1.7m ha of eucalyptus plantations established in ChinaFriday 30 Sep 2005 Eucalyptus has become a strategic species in the establishment of fast-growing and high yielding plantations in the southern areas of China. About 1.7m hectares of eucalyptus plantation have been established in Guangdong, Guangxi and Hainan for the paper, pulp, and fibre industries. Eucalyptus is widely used for pulp and paper, medium density fibreboard and furniture manufacturing as well as for wood chips for export. According to preliminary statistics, 540,000 farmers, private entrepreneurs and foreign businessmen are investing in the establishment of eucalyptus plantations in Guangdong Province.Source: ITTO Tropical Timber Market Report, August 2005 |
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