Ghana's Forestry Commission (FC) has revealed that a Review Committee is being set up for upward review of the country's Timber Rights Fee (TRF), popularly known as timber fees meant for the state. Since 2005, the commission has not revised the TRF, necessitating the review.
TRF is rent that timber companies pay for their concessions annually. When the TRF is reviewed upwards, more revenue will be earned from the numerous timber companies operating in Ghana.
Finns contest “worst” sustainable forestry record claim
A Finnish forests executive has dismissed an environmental group’s report which listed Finland as having the world’s worst sustainable forestry management record.
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), continues to invest in Guyana’s forestry sector
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization country representative Dr. Lystra Fletcher-Paul said this is aimed at addressing local needs and national priorities which reflect internationally agreed principles.
Beijing, China, September 7, 2011 - Recognizing the role of resource and energy constraints, climate change, loss of biological diversity, poverty, and food insecurity, APEC Ministers Responsible for Forestry released a statement to support green growth, sustainable forest management and rehabili
Ministry seeks funding for environmental programmes
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment needs US$430 million to fund programmes over the next five years that aim to manage natural resources and the environment in regards to socio-economic development.
