WorldBrazil's Amazon lost area the size of Spain in 40 years, study saysScientists warn the forest is nearing a tipping point of 20-25% loss.15 Sep 10:13 PM
New ZealandForest guardians reject use of GMOs'Even if it is legal at the national level, it’s not accepted in FSC-certified forests.'11 Sep 10:42 PM
PremiumWorldUS wildfire fighters get mask protection after long banNY Times: For years workers were expose to toxins known to cause cancer, other diseases. 10 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand Itsy bitsy ... New jumping spider species with 'puny' genitalia discovered It lives under rimu bark, a behaviour not seen in other jumping spiders.07 May 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Recruitment issue': Council struggles to fill $129k forest jobIt turns out that hiring a dedicated manager for Nelson’s forests is not so clear-cut.05 Mar 09:06 PM
New ZealandRemains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forestThe woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.04 Feb 07:29 AM
New ZealandFined forestry giant yet to rectify issues after cyclone damage, despite court ordersJudge extends deadline for forestry cleanup in Tolaga Bay amid compliance issues.15 Jan 04:29 AM
TravelA Waiheke vineyard just launched an adventure experience. Is it worth trying?We give the thrilling experience a try.07 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne council slaps Aratu Forests with fresh enforcement orderAratu Forests receives a second enforcement order application in five months.05 Dec 04:15 AM
New ZealandCould biochar be the wonder product for forestry and farming?Charcoal-like product is made from smouldering woody offcuts in large kilns.02 Dec 01:33 AM
New Zealand'Right thing to do': Forester selling woodchip to fuel local biomass market'The benefits for us have not been financial, I’ll put that upfront.'13 Nov 08:32 PM
RetailTairāwhiti forestry decline hits local economyGisborne businesses are struggling as the region grapples with a decline in forestry.01 Oct 12:52 AM
New ZealandSome Kiwis still "sleepwalking through life" oblivious to pest problem, says conservationistA Northland man is urging gardeners to use dead possums for fertiliser.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandResearch centre questioned again over where it puts fundingThe Marlborough Research Centre put $20,000 into New Zealand Dryland Forests.13 Sep 03:50 AM
New ZealandPine pollen discovery nothing to sneeze atScion scientists have identified a unique microbiome associated with pine pollen.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourt ruling against forest company welcomedThe court said the company must cease discharging woody debris and sediment.13 Aug 09:18 PM
WorldUS woman found chained to tree in India confesses she tied herself up, police sayThe woman has revealed she doesn't even have a husband.07 Aug 04:37 AM
WorldCalifornia wildfire now fourth-largest in state historyBlazes from the Park Fire have destroyed an area larger than the city of Los Angeles.04 Aug 02:11 AM
New Zealand'Tragic fatality': Digger driver dies after excavator submerged in forestry accidentAttempts to rescue the operator were unsuccessful and they were found dead.31 Jul 07:28 AM
New ZealandA rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua ForestFootage captures a rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest, Northland. Video / Fern DonovanWatch23 Jul 12:51 AM
New ZealandFarmer fined $98,000 after clearing native bush to sell as firewoodAn ecologist noticed indigenous forest had been cleared and reported it.16 Jul 10:08 PM
AgribusinessNgāi Tahu Holdings selling harvesting rights of forest estateDeal with global private asset management firm Fiera Comox subject to approval from OIO.10 Jul 09:13 PM
New Zealand'Any cut-back now is not good': Forestry slump could hurt future biofuel supplyNew data shows a sharp decline in new forest plantings in New Zealand.09 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandForest & Bird's first female president faces 'critical times' for conservation'Conservation has always been an embedded value in me.'04 Jul 10:02 PM
New ZealandCourt appearances for Gisborne forestry companiesSamnic Forest Management, Forest Management Solutions 'highly culpable'.24 May 05:00 PM
