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The Impact of EUDR on the South African Plantation Industry and FSA’s Proactive Measures

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The Impact of EUDR on the South African Plantation Industry and FSA’s Proactive Measures In recent years, the global emphasis on sustainable and ethical practices in forestry has intensified. One significant development in this arena is the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). This regulation aims to curb deforestation and forest degradation by ensuring that products […]

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NCT Forestry always looking forwards

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NCT Forestry always looking forwardsInterview with NCT Forestry general manager – Danny Knoesen. This year NCT Forestry turns 75, however, do not expect a lot of fanfare and fuss, explains their General Manager, Danny Knoesen. “While it is a big milestone, I am not sure anyone in the organisation has the time, or appetite, to […]

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Constitutional Court supports forestry industry’s long-held legal positions on water legislation

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Constitutional Court supports forestry industry’s long-held legal positions on water legislation JOHANNESBURG – SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 – The Constitutional Court Judgement has found that it is not in the interests of justice to grant the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) leave to appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal’s ruling, which found in favour of […]

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URUS Winch Assist for South Africa by the Winch Experts

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URUS Winch Assist for South Africa by the Winch Experts 2024 has been the culmination of 5 years of development, as we launch our new product line of smart winches all proudly manufactured in South Africa. Our guiding principle is advancement through safety and efficiency, and we are truly excited to be a part of making […]

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Building capacity for responsible forestry and ecosystem services in Eastern Africa

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Building capacity for responsible forestry and ecosystem services in Eastern Africa These programmes equip key players with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement achieve FSC certification and enhance forest protection. Strengthening the knowledge capacity of tea farms From May 27th to 29th, 2024, tea industry stakeholders at Brown Plantation in Kericho, Kenya, participated in […]

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Meeting to finalize FSC standard concludes in DR Congo

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Meeting to finalize FSC standard concludes in DR Congo On June 26, 2024, the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) held a meeting at Hotel Leon in Kinshasa to finalize the country’s FSC standard, developed by the Standard Development Group of the Democratic Republic of Congo (SDG – DRC). At the event, the results of a field […]

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WoodEX for Africa 2024: More than “just” wood

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WoodEX for Africa 2024: More than “just” wood The annual WoodEX for Africa trade show co-located with the Big Five Construct Exhibition at Gallagher Convention Centre last month was well-attended, and although there were fewer South African exhibitors than in previous years, they agreed that the show was “worth it”. This year, Gallagher was the […]

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CPD workshop – Timber in fire and structural graded timber – 28 august

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CPD workshop – Timber in fire and structural graded timber – 28 august Dear Building Professional and Timber Enthusiast, You are hereby invited to join our next ONE DAY WORKSHOP on 28 AUGUST at Stellenbosch University. The workshop carries 1 CPD point Cost R500 (lunch included) Click HERE FOR BOOKINGS, or contact Philip Crafford for more info pcrafford@sun.ac.za

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Sappi announces results for the third financial quarter 2024

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Sappi announces results for the third financial quarter 2024Financial summary for the quarter EBITDA excluding special items, up over 40% to US$151 million (Q3 FY23 US$106 million)Profit for the period is up over 25% to US$51 million (Q3 FY23 US$40 million)EPS excluding special items is up by 4c to 9 US cents (Q3 FY23 5 […]

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Why CMO Holds the Key to Mainstreaming Sustainably Produced Forest Products from Forest Owners

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Why CMO Holds the Key to Mainstreaming Sustainably Produced Forest Products from Forest OwnersThe European Union’s Regulation on Deforestation-free Products marks a significant step in the global effort to combat deforestation and promote sustainable forestry practices. Enacted to ensure that products entering the EU market do not contribute to deforestation, this regulation imposes strict due […]