Forestry’s Green Footprint

Authors: Piers Maclaren
Publication: New Zealand Journal of Forestry, Volume N.Z.J.For. 2011, Issue N.Z.J.For. 56(2) 2011, pp 2, Aug 2011
Publisher: New Zealand Institute of Forestry

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Abstract: Forestry has always been unfairly scrutinised for its environmental performance. For example, you rarely hear the words ‘monoculture’, ‘biodiversity’ or ‘aesthetics’ in connection with a paddock of pasture, a vineyard, or a herd of cows. But prolonged public attention has meant that the forestry sector is now squeaky clean: the environmental contrast between forestry and other land uses is even stronger. As an official recognition of our sustainability, we have embraced Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification – the Theme of this issue. This should enhance access to environmentally aware markets.

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