21. Forestry Sustainable Development Projects In China The forestry sustainable Development Project includes donations of 16.9 million euros (US$16.78 million) from the European Union (EU), US$16 million from http://www.china.org.cn/english/environment/50406.htm

- SEARCH - WEATHER CHINA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ... Exchange Rates Hot Links -Media- Xinhua News Agency People's Daily China Daily China Radio International Beijing Review China Today China Pictorial People's China El Popola Cinio Chinese Literature Other web sites China Development Gateway Chinese Embassies Forestry Sustainable Development Projects in China With investment totaling 1.9 billion yuan (US$230 million), a “Forestry Sustainable Development Project” has officially kicked off in China according to a recent announcement made by the State Forestry Administration. The project is another major forestry construction scheme to be carried out in China, following three others – the National Afforestation Project, the Forestry Resources Development and Protection Project, and Forestry Development in Poverty-stricken Area. The Forestry Sustainable Development Project includes donations of 16.9 million euros (US$16.78 million) from the European Union (EU), US$16 million from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and a US$93.9 million loan from the World Bank (WB). The project involves three major parts. The first regards the management of 210,000 hectares of natural forests in Hainan Province and is funded by EU. The second part is concerned with natural protection and management of 13 reserves covering 1.16 million hectares and will be funded by the GEF. The third part will involve the planting of artificial forests, and will use money loaned from the WB to support 250,000 hectares in 110 counties from 11 different provinces including Hebei, Shanxi and Liaoning.

22. Sustainable Agriculture & Forestry Sustainable forestry refers to an overall commitment to environmental conservation that integrates the production of trees for useful products with http://www.clemson.edu/scg/sustaf/

Public Service Research Extension Regulatory Services ... il Sustainability research and education efforts at Clemson University span all areas of agriculture and forestry. Sustainable agriculture must be ecologically sound, economically viable, and socially responsible. In addition, there are specific considerations for fruits and vegetables to receive "organically grown" certification.. Sustainable forestry refers to an overall commitment to environmental conservation that integrates the production of trees for useful products with reforestation and conservation of soil, air, and water quality, wildlife and fish habitat, and aesthetics. Work in both agriculture and forestry is being carried out at various locations across South Carolina. A demonstration plot at the Calhoun Field Laboratory has been developed to test various niche crops , including organic produce, cut flowers, and medicinal herbs. A farmer’s market was established on the main campus to sell the fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers. Future plans include adding free-range chickens to produce drug-free broilers and laying hens.

23. SFI - Sustainable Forestry Initiative Timber and paper industry sponsored initiative for sustainable management practices that ensure the health and long term growth of US forests. http://goodforests.com/

24. Canadian Sustainable Forestry Certification Coalition - Coalition Canadienne Pou Promotes the use of internationally recognized sustainable forest management certification standards in Canada for producers to continually move towards sustainable forest management, secure a sustainable supply of raw material, and to ensure marketplace acceptance of Canadian forest products. http://www.sfms.com

Over 152 million Hectares of Forest Land in Canada Certified Plus de 152 millions d'hectares de terres forestières certifiées Search our Site Effectuez une recherche dans notre site ©Canadian Sustainable Forestry Certification Coalition ©Coalition canadienne pour la certification de la foresterie durable Last Update: September 15, 2005 Dernière mise à jour : le 15 septembre

25. CRC SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION FORESTRY Focused on genetic improvement, sustainable management and resource protection conducts pertaining to the training and research on various plantation species. Includes details about the history, organization and the mission of the educational institution, presentations of core, supporting and associate members, and facts about technology transfers and farm forestry objectives and achievements. Also provides useful information for students, up to date news and events, the annual report and domainrelated publications. http://www.forestry.crc.org.au/

Established and supported under the Australian Government's Cooperative Research Centres Program About the CRC Members Contact Us Students ... Search Last updated: 12 April, 2002 Web design: Gillian Ward index

26. Sustainable Management Of Beech Forests In New Zealand; Beech Index Page Describes the controversy about conservationenhancing sustainable forest management in the beech and rimu forests of West Coast New Zealand. Contains prime scientific papers, letters to politicians, Press Releases, links to other sites. http://homepages.caverock.net.nz/~bj/beech/

Maruia, Okarito, Saltwater forest, beech forest, logging, the beech scheme, rimu, Timberlands, Kit Richards, sustainable management of forests, conservation, preservation, ancient rainforest, all buzz-words of a vital and passionately debated topic in New Zealand in 1999 and 2000. Some more are; sustainability, Resource Management Act, the West Coast Accord, Labour, Minister of Forests, Hodgson, Clark, election mandate, city greenies, nfa, Native Forest Action, Sustainable forest management in indigenous beech forest for fine timber production and enhanced conservation in the State Forests of the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. I have involved in this debate for several months - so here is more contribution from me on this vital topic. Link to site search engine search Search the whole site using any keywords. NEW: I have recently completed writing a book on the closely related topic of the sustainable management of two small rimu forests in South Westland, Okarito and Saltwater, near the little settlement of Okarito. After ten years of very succesful and world-renowned operation, his work was stopped by the NZ Labour government. You may find out about that book here This is the Table of Contents of my pages on the beech forest topic.

27. Oregon State University College Of Forestry, Sustainable Forestry Partnership The sustainable forestry Partnership began at Oregon State University in 1995 The Partnership facilitates research on an array of sustainable forestry http://www.cof.orst.edu/org/sfp/

COF Home National SFP Partners Seminars ... SFI Program Sustainable Forestry Working Definition Sustainable Forestry describes forest policies, practices, and market mechanisms designed to enhance ecological, economic, and social sustainability. Sustainable Forestry flows from the goal of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The Sustainable Forestry Partnership's mission is to document and promote innovation in sustainable forestry and help others integrate this innovation broadly into both policy and practice. Sustainable Forestry Partnership vision The Sustainable Forestry Partnership began at Oregon State University in 1995 and has grown to include faculty from partner institutions and organizations The Partnership engages an expanding network of partners including university faculty, industry experts, nongovernment organization representatives, government agencies, and landowners. Together they: Identify key sustainable forestry issues and trends Design and conduct sustainable forestry research Develop education and training materials and events Assist organizations and individuals interested in sustainable forestry issues Research The Partnership facilitates research on an array of sustainable forestry issues to make new information available to the forestry community. Input from the diverse array of Partnership participants ensures a comprehensive research approach.

28. Ministry Of Agriculture And Forestry, New Zealand - Sustainable Farming Fund The purpose of the sustainable Farming Fund (the Fund) is to support communitydriven programmes aimed at improving financial and environmental performance http://www.maf.govt.nz/sff/

MAF Home What's New Site A-Z About MAF Choose Topic Animal Welfare Biosecurity Forestry Imports Jobs at MAF Library Links Media Centre Publications Quarantine Rural NZ Schools Sustainable Farming Statistics Unwanted Organisms Advanced Help Sustainable Farming Fund: Criteria ... Contacts SFF Home Criteria How to Apply Funded Projects SFF Forms Project Mgmt Guide SFF Logos Media Releases Newsletter Contacts MAF Sustainable Farming Fund Supporting rural communities to achieve economic, environmental and social sustainability Criteria Any group, organisation or individual able to demonstrate they are capable of delivering the proposed project can apply. However, if an individual is submitting an application it still must be on behalf of a "community of interest". How to Apply Applications for this funding round are now closed. 2005 Applicants workshop (Powerpoint presentation) Funded Projects The SFF provides grants for projects lasting from one to three years. Enter here to discover what has been funded and to monitor the results of on-going projects. SFF Team Members of Sustainable Farming Fund team are available to provide assistance to applicant groups.

29. Forest Certification Watch SFCW aims at enhancing the understanding of forest certification, particuarly regarding sustainable forest management, international forest policy, trade in forest products and consumer choice. http://sfcw.org

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30. Indigneous Forestry - Sustainable Management Sustainable Forest Management Permi sustainable forest management permits provide for harvesting and milling capped As with sustainable forest management plans, the forest s structure and http://www.maf.govt.nz/mafnet/sectors/forestry/indig/indig014.htm

MAF Home What's New Site A-Z About MAF Choose Topic Animal Welfare Biosecurity Forestry Imports Jobs at MAF Library Links Media Centre Publications Quarantine Rural NZ Schools Sustainable Farming Statistics Unwanted Organisms Advanced Help Events Links ... Site Map About MAF Sectors Home Arable Biotechnology Dairy Deer Forestry Horticulture Organics Statistics Assistance Emergencies People issues Profitability Research Sustainability Legislation Media Centre Publications Services Sustainable Forest Management Permits Sustainable forest management permits provide for harvesting and milling capped volumes of timber, and last for 10 years. A permit application generally will not require as much detail as a sustainable forest management plan, but there are a number of features common to both, including the principle of management for long-term forest sustainability. PREPARING PERMIT APPLICATIONS The Ministry of Forestry has permit application forms, which describe the minimum amount of detail required, including maps. The title of the map and map series should be listed, eg, "Q21 Hawera NZ Map 260 Series". The Ministry of Forestry recommends that applicants seek help from forestry professionals experienced in forest appraisal and indigenous forest management, particularly when an inventory is needed to confirm the proposed harvest level allowed under a permit.

31. USAID Environment: Forestry - Sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance The sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance is a public/private partnership that seeks to make markets work for forests and people. http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/environment/forestry/forest_initiatives.html

Biotechnology Introduction Features Private Sector ... U.S. Government Agencies Web Site People Publications Advanced Search Home Environment Forestry Sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance (SFPGA) The Sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance is a public/private partnership that seeks to make markets work for forests and people. Together, the partners in the Global Alliance work to advance a new model for forest conservation and community development in USAID-client countries in which sustainable forest management is rewarded in the global marketplace. By reducing trade in illegally harvested or unsustainably managed forest products, opportunities for resource-dependent communities and low-income producers will grow. USAID Administrator, Andrew Natsios (center) signs an agreement with WWF and Metafore, launching the Sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance. Initiated by USAID along with Metafore, and World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the Global Alliance includes corporate and governmental partners such as The Home Depot and the USDA Forest Service. Global Alliance partners work together to increase the demand for responsibly harvested forest products by buyers in developed countries, and to increase supply of these forest products from producers in developing countries by:

32. USAID Environment: Forestry - Sustainable Forest Products Global Alliance In a groundbreaking achievement for forest conservation in West Africa, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Friends of the Earth signed an agreement with Samartex http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/environment/forestry/features_may2005.html

Biotechnology Introduction Features Private Sector ... U.S. Government Agencies Web Site People (Last Name) Publications Advanced search options... Home Environment Forestry ... Features WWF and Partners Making Markets Work for Forests and People in Ghana (May 2005) Ghana FTN Coordinator Abraham Baffoe of Friends of the Earth appraises the forestry operations of an applicant company. Samartex is one of the leading forest product companies in Ghana with average annual sales of approximately 17 million euro (22,236,700 USD) and a product range that includes sliced and rotary veneer, sawn timber, boules, mouldings, and plywood. The company operates a nationally recognized apprentice training scheme as well as health and safety workshops for its 2,500 employees. Back to Top ^ FOIA Requests Email This Page Plug-ins ... Site Map Last Updated on: June 13, 2005

33. Bureau Of Rural Sciences (BRS) Provides scientific advice for the sustainable development of Australia's agricultural, fisheries and forestry industries. http://www.brs.gov.au

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34. IATP | Community Forestry Resource Center The Community forestry Resource Center promotes responsible management of private forest lands through the organization of sustainable forestry cooperatives and associations of private forest owners. http://www.forestrycenter.org/

The Community Forestry Resource Center is updating its website. Functions on the site may temporarily be disabled as they are updated. We apologize for any inconveniences or disruptions during this process. "Balancing Ecology and Economics: A Start-up Guide for Forest Owner Cooperation" now available to order or download The Community Forestry Resource Center (CFRC), established by the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, promotes responsible forest management by encouraging the long-term health and prosperity of small, privately-owned woodlots, their owners and their communities. Listserv subscriptions If you or your organization has installed a spam blocker or bulk mail filter, please ensure that mail from "cfc-news@lists.iatp.org" is allowed through your email system so that you may receive our listserve messages. Select your subscriptions: Community Forestry Connections View archive CFRC Awarded USDA Grant to Expand Biomass Market The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service awarded the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy's Community Forestry Resource Center a grant to help promote the growth of the biomass energy market in northern Minnesota. As part of the grant, IATP will partner with the Superior National Forest, the Laurentian Energy Authority and the cooperative logging business Forest Management Systems. Read the press release (PDF) Making responsible forestry work for private landowners In the United States there are over 9.9 million forest owners and 93 percent of them hold less than 100 acres of forest. There is increasing interest by private forest owners to protect their forests from over harvesting and mismanagement.

35. Australian Government Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry Has responsibility for helping Australian agricultural, food, fisheries and forest industries become more competitive, profitable, and sustainable. http://www.affa.gov.au/

Ministers Home The Department Contacts Outputs Biosecurity Australia About Biosecurity Australia - our work international framework and contact details Biosecurity Australia - Animal Biosecurity Biosecurity Australia - Biosecurity Development and Communication ... Australian Government Drought Assistance Finding the information you need Search or Select from the menu on the left, or... Select by subject area... Agribusiness Animal and Animal Products Australian Plague Locust Commission Biotechnology Chemicals (agvet) Crops Dairy and Dairy Products Data Export Farm Help Fisheries and Aquaculture Food Forestry Import Land and Water Pests and Diseases Plants and Weeds Research and Development Rural Industries Leadership Salinity Trade Tenders Select by specialist area... AGRIBIZ Agriculture Advancing Australia AAA Industry Partnerships AAA Rural Financial Counselling Service Australian Bureau Agriculture and Resource Economics Animal Health Committee (AHC) Australian Plague Locust Commission Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service Biosecurity Australia Bureau of Rural Sciences Indigenous People in Rural Industries Intensive Livestock and Game Landcare Levies and Revenue Service Meat and Livestock Quota Management and Statistics National Action Plan for Salinity and Water Quality National Forest Inventory Australia National Residue Survey New Industries Development Program Quota Administration Regional Forest Agreements

36. Sustainable Forestry: SmartWood Provides independent, objective evaluation of forest management practices, forest products, timber sources and companies, enabling the public to identify products and practices that do not destroy forests. Certification and use of the SmartWood label provides a commercial incentive for forest managers to adopt sustainable forestry practices. http://www.smartwood.org/

Skip navigation. News Publications Profiles in Sustainability ... kleinhans fellows Sustainable Forestry SmartWood SmartWood: The World's Largest FSC Forest Management Certifier Through independent auditing, certification and the promotion of certified forest products, SmartWood's purpose is to improve forest management by providing economic incentives to businesses that practice responsible forestry. SmartWood is a program of the Rainforest Alliance, a global nonprofit conservation organization. SmartWood's Global Reach Forest Area Certified 22,344,100 hectares (55,209,150 acres) Certified Operations Countries SmartWood works in all forest types, tropical, temperate and boreal. We certify all types of forest operations, including natural forests, plantations, large commercial operations and small-scale family or community forests. Products made from SmartWood-certified operations include lumber, paper, furniture, flooring and even musical instruments and non-timber forest products such as maple syrup and Brazil nuts. SmartWood is accredited by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), which it helped to establish in 1993. Through the program's

37. Sustainable Forestry Board - Home The sustainable forestry Board was chartered as an independent body in July of 2000 to The new entity is called the sustainable forestry Board, Inc. http://www.aboutsfb.org/

SFB Listening Session files September 20, 2005 SFB Announces the release of the 2005-2009 SFI® Standard ... SFB clarifies inaccurate claims by the Dogwood Alliance SFB History The Sustainable Forestry Board was chartered as an independent body in July of 2000 to oversee development and continuous improvement of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)® Program Standard, associated certification processes and procedures and program quality control mechanisms. In January 2002 the SFB filed Articles of Incorporation to become a separate entity and obtained 501(c)3 nonprofit status. The "new" entity is called the Sustainable Forestry Board, Inc. SFI®History The SFI® program was launched in October of 1994 as a commitment by program participants to sustainable forest management under a rigorous system of principles, objectives, and measures of performance. In November of 1998 SFI added a verification program for those program participants wishing to confirm conformance to the Standard. Successful independent 3rd-party verification may lead to certification and use of an on-product label. SFB Membership Skeet Burris Secretary/Treasurer Family Forest Landowner Cypress Bay Plantation Steve McCormick President The Nature Conservancy Laurie A. Wayburn

38. ___C E R T F O R___ Certification organization internationally recognized, publishes standards descriptions and proceedings, forestry companies certified, accredited certification entities, news and related information. http://www.certfor.org/

39. Sustainable Forestry Board - Home “Legislative Branch” (The sustainable forestry Board). The SFB has sole responsibility for. • Development of the SFI® Standard including Enhancements http://www.aboutsfb.org/committees.htm

SFB Committees The SFB Approach to Program Management (The Sustainable Forestry Board) The SFB has sole responsibility for: Operating Committees Resources Committee (the primary policy development body oversees all SFB committees and task forces) Interpretations Subcommittee (provide guidance on questions regarding SFIS or Certification Procedures for Auditors and Program Participants) Task Force on Mutual Recognition (develop criteria against which SFI might mutually recognize other certification programs) Task Force on Application of the SFIS on Non-controlled Lands (develop recommendations for SFB consideration regarding program enhancements for lands not owned or controlled by program participants) SFIS Canadian Review and Interpretation Task Force (review and recommend need for interpretation or changes for SFI in Canada) Verifiers Accreditation Subcommittee (review verifier training/credentials and conduct an annual field peer review of each verifier to ensure program quality and conformance) Certification Appeals Subcommittee (determine if an appeal warrants full review by Ad-hoc Certification Appeals Task Force) Forests With Exceptional Conservation Value Task Force (developed recommendations on biodiversity conservation enhancements and oversees implementation) Auditors Forum (provide two-way communication with verifiers providing certification services)

40. Welcome - Forestry Research Institute Of Ghana (FORIG) Conducts research to generate both scientific knowledge and technologies for the sustainable use of Ghana's forest resources. Information on research divisions and the Institute's history. http://www.forig.org/forig/

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