Massive pine planting program underway across NSW
Source: New South Wales. Minister for Primary Industries, Minister for Energy, Minister for Mineral Resources, Minister for State Development. Media Release.
"The NSW Government is preparing for a massive planting program in June that will see about 12 million pine seedlings established across NSW, Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald said today. "The planting program across the State will involve 200 contract staff as well as Forests NSW employees," Minister Macdonald said.
"This is an investment in our future and will ensure an ongoing timber supply for our customers and a bright future for the people whose communities depend upon the timber industry."