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Sector survey to inform future wood fibre roadmap for Victoria

The Victorian Forest Products Association wants the forest and wood products sector to take part in a survey to capture ideas and support the development of a Future Wood Fibre Roadmap for Victoria. Source: Timberbiz Victoria has approximately 22% of Australia’s plantations – more than any other state. It is home to a traditional wood fibre supply chain that is highly valued and a cornerstone of a sector supplying value added wood fibre products. Victoria also consumes around 30% of the nation’s timber supply. Furthermore, both the Victorian and Australian Governments have committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and reducing waste through the adoption of circular economy principles. In this context, Victoria should now be looking towards 2050 and beyond, identifying the required pathway to future applications that promote circularity and a low carbon bioeconomy, and while supporting the existing sawlog driven value chain as an important industry cornerstone. The VFPA roadmap will identify priority opportunities for the improved use of wood fibre resources, along forest product value chains from forest management through to end-of-life and repurposing, and the policy and regulatory settings needed to realise the potential of Victoria’s wood fibre industry. The survey responses will provide invaluable insights in conjunction with broader targeted engagement to support key considerations and priorities. The survey will close on 23 September 2024. SURVEY FORM CLICK TO OPEN