20th November 2023 Newsletter
MEMBER'S FEEDBACK
NZIF Forest Valuation Standards
The NZIF Forest Valuation Working Party has revised the Forest Valuation Standards that were not updated in 2020. Exposure Drafts of the revised standards are now available for review. Please send feedback on the revised standards (by 27 November 2023) to the Convenor of the NZIF Forest Valuation Working Party at bruce.manley@canterbury.ac.nz. Final Standards will be released after final review following the consultation period.
Documents that have been revised in the 2023 round of revisions can be found at:
Forest Valuation Standards - Exposure Drafts
Did you know that NZIF has a group page?
We'd love to have you join the NZIF LinkedIn group! Your unique perspective and insights would be a fantastic addition to our community. It's a great platform to share info and chat with like-minded individuals in the forestry world. Come on in and let's get the conversation started!
Note: Since this is a private group, joining is by request only.
NZIF FOUNDATION
The NZIF Foundation recently demonstrated its commitment to fostering academic excellence and professional development by sponsoring six students to attend the ANZIF conference held in Australia.
This support allowed the selected students to immerse themselves in the latest trends, insights, and innovations within the forestry industry. Throughout the conference, these sponsored individuals actively participated in workshops, engaged in panel discussions, and networked with seasoned professionals, gaining invaluable exposure to the dynamic landscape of their field. The students returned home not only with enhanced knowledge but also with a newfound enthusiasm for their chosen careers.
Their experiences ranged from discovering emerging technologies to gaining insights into global industry practices, providing them with a broader perspective that will undoubtedly contribute to their academic and professional growth. The NZIF Foundation's sponsorship exemplifies its dedication to nurturing the next generation of leaders in the forestry industry.
Read more about what these students had to say about their experience.
Donations to the Foundation
Make a credit card donation as an NZIF member: Click here
Donations from member and non members can also be made through internet banking to BNZ 02 1269 0014573 00. Please include your name in the details fields. Please email the Foundation email to advise you have made a donation and whether or not you require a receipt for tax purposes.
The NZIF Foundation is a registered charity (CC47691) under the Charities Act 2005. Donations of $5 or more are eligible donations for tax purposes.
To discuss opportunities for larger donations to be applied to specific purposes, contact the Foundation Chair
View the NZIF Foundation Trust Deed
EVENTS
Future Proofing Forestry Contractor's Workshops
Designed for the contractors within your company, this series of six one-day workshops looks at building resilience for the future - looking after you, your people, and your business.
Make the most of this opportunity to learn from the experts on how to ensure your business can survive in uncertain times; how to make sure you’re able to ride out the lows and make the most of the highs.
Morning tea and lunch provided – FREE TO THE INDUSTRY thanks to the support of the Ministry for Primary Industries.
This programme of workshops is presented by FICA, A-OK Auckland, FISC/Toroawhi & Blackburne Group. Proposed dates for the Workshops:
Napier
20 & 21 November 2023
Tairawhiti
7 & 8 December 2023
Wairoa & other final workshop either H/Bay or Tairawhiti
18 & 19 December 2023
SURVEYS FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION
Have you experienced a wildfire in New Zealand’s native forests?
Have you experienced a wildfire in New Zealand’s native forests? If so, Scion’s Fire and Atmospheric Sciences team would appreciate 10 minutes of your time help us with their research. As part of the MBIE funded Extreme Wildfire programme, Scion is evaluating wildfire risk and flammability of Kauri, podocarp and beech forests. We are compiling experiential information to begin to understand what the fire risk of native forests has been and what it may look like in the future.
If you have experienced a fire in a native forest or have seen a native forest act as a fire break (where a change in fuel changes the fire behaviour), please fill out this questionnaire and share this link widely with others who
you think can provide experiences: https://forms.gle/oCB2pJQcYY25WE6j7
If the link is not working or you would like more information on this research, please contact lisa.langer@scionresearch.com
Thank you for your time!
Intentions of Forest Owners following harvest of post -1989 planted forests
You are invited to participate in a research study on the intentions of forest owners following harvest of post-1989 planted forests. The study is being conducted for MPI by Professor Bruce Manley from the University of Canterbury - Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha. The survey is attached, and it includes an information sheet that provides background on the study.
The New Zealand Farm Forestry Association encourages owners of post-1989 planted forests to participate in the survey. Please complete the attached Word document and return the completed survey by 11 December 2023 to forestry@canterbury.ac.nz
