Tree Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

What are the two best species of wood to use to make pencils?

 

Answer:  Basswood and Incense-Cedar

 

Resource:

blog.pencils.com: The Best Wood for Pencils

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Comments On DHA's Legal Timber Due Diligence Standard Due By May 16

Decorative Hardwood Association's revised Legal Timber Due Diligence standard, ANS LTDD 1.0 2015, is now available for public comment. To find out how to submit your comments and to obtain an electronic copy of the revision, BSR LTDD 2.0 202x, see page 19 of ANSI's Standards Action publication. The public comment period closes on May 16, 2022.

 

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FSC Suspends Certificates In Ukraine's War Zone

The Forest Stewardship Council has suspended certificates in areas of Ukraine where there are armed conflicts. In regions occupied by Russian troops, Ukraine’s laws can no longer be enforced and the safety of FSC auditors cannot be guaranteed.

 

Resource: 

Fordaq: FSC suspends certificates in Ukraine's war zones

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FSC Russia Launches Certification Scheme

After the Forest Stewardship Council suspended all Russian FSC trade certificates beginning April 8, FSC Russia announced the launch of a Russian scheme for voluntary forest certification: Forest Etalon.

 

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EU Adopts Ban On Russian Wood & More

The European Commission has adopted sweeping new sanctions against Russia, including banning imports of wood, coal, chemicals, and other products.

 

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