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Finding the path to forest transformation
Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI), Australia’s national institute for timber fibre, will host a panel session at this year’s Forestry Australia Conference, inviting leading voices to explore how the forest and wood products sector might evolve by 2035, and what it will take to support that change. Source: Timberbiz The session, Path to 2035: How might we enable transformation in the Australian forest sector?, will be moderated by AFWI Executive Director Dr Joseph Lawrence. It will feature a diverse panel of experts from across Australia and internationally, offering global and local perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector. Dr Lawrence said the discussion would be grounded in the realities the sector is already facing. “Our industry is operating in a fast-changing environment. Emerging technologies, shifting markets, climate impacts and the increasing importance of social licence all play a role in shaping what’s next,” he said. “Transformation doesn’t come easily. It takes long-term thinking, collaboration across sectors and supply chains, and a willingness to explore new approaches.” The session will feature a panel of speakers exploring the socioeconomics and technological dimensions of transformation: Professor John Warner (Warner-Babcock Institute, USA), a global leader in green chemistry, will discuss innovation in forest-derived bioproducts. Andrew Morgan (SFM) on new approaches to forest management, carbon and investment. Nicola Pero (Iberdrola Australia) will reflect on social licence to enable innovation, drawing on lessons from energy and agrifood industries. Tim Woods (IndustryEdge) will share insights into global market trends and resource availability for future housing demand in Australia. Dr Lawrence said the session would be an opportunity to consider the future of the sector in a broader context. “We want to encourage discussion about what the industry might look like in 2035, and what is needed to get there,” he said. AFWI’s Path to 2035 session will take place as part of the 2025 Forestry Australia Conference from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 October 2025 in Adelaide.
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From Paddock to Prefab – a Qld conference for farm profitability
The 2025 Doing Timber Business in Queensland Conference, themed From Paddock to Pre-Fab, invites landholders, producers and the forest and timber industry to explore how timber, carbon and cattle can work better together to boost resilience, productivity and profitability on Queensland farms, while delivering wood supply for our future building needs. Source: Timberbiz With day one co-hosted by Timber Queensland and AgForce Queensland, the conference brings together practical insights, new market signals and emerging investment models that promise to unlock fresh value and opportunities for farmers and forest managers alike. The two-day event covers everything from silvopastoral systems to modern construction innovations driving demand for local timber supply. “Our Doing Timber Business in Queensland conferences have earned a prestigious reputation for quality and 2025 raises the bar again,” said Timber Queensland CEO Mick Stephens. “We are very pleased to welcome Australian Retirement Trust, a long-term supporter of both Timber Queensland and AgForce, as Gold Sponsor of the event. “This is a rare chance for all of our partners to engage with the full timber value chain, from the paddock through to prefabricated innovation.” The conference will examine Timber Queensland and AgForce Queensland’s shared vision for sustainable land use, industry resilience and long-term investment in regional Queensland. Firmly focused on building farm resilience, day one explores how integrating trees and grazing enterprises can benefit land, stock and the bottom line. Sessions cover opportunities under the Queensland Future Timber Plan, the impacts of new EU deforestation and illegal logging rules, and findings from MLA’s “Steak n Wood” silvopastoral trials. Financial modelling, certification and tools like AgCarE, a tool that provides an evaluation of agriculture and natural capital on a property, will also be presented. The day concludes with the Carving out Connections: Steaks and Stumps Industry Dinner, proudly sponsored by Rivers Insurance, this is a relaxed opportunity to connect with peers and carve out ideas over great local fare. The evening will include remarks from The Hon Tony Perrett MP, Minister for Primary Industries. Day two shifts to timber innovation and construction markets, showing how the demand for sustainable materials is expanding timber’s role in Australia’s building sector. Sessions highlight timber’s role in addressing housing supply, modern methods of construction, and updates on mid-rise timber building codes and design standards. Case studies include a leading-edge social housing project using engineered timber. In the afternoon, delegates will take part in a guided site tour program, proudly sponsored by Hyne Timber, including visits to a mass timber building, a hybrid prefab construction facility and a development showcasing traditional truss and frame construction. “This event brings together growers, producers, processors, builders, investors and innovators to shape the future of Queensland’s forest and timber industries,” said Mr Stephens. “It’s a rare opportunity to see the full picture of where the industry is heading and take part in two days of discussion, insight and action.” Explore the full program and register at www.timberqueensland.com.au/event-details/from-paddock-to-pre-fab-doing-timber-business-in-queensland-2025-conference
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