#DYK? Under law, reforestation is mandatory in Alberta.
Before a single tree is cut down, forest companies develop a 200-year plan for the site’s restoration.
Before a single tree is cut down, forest companies develop a 200-year plan for the site’s restoration.
A forest management agreement holder is responsible for the planning and reforestation following harvest operations. Reforestation efforts must be completed within 2 years of harvest and must take place in all areas where timber is harvested.
Research done at the Alberta Tree Improvement and Seed Centre allows the forest sector to make reforestation decisions that increase forest productivity on managed forest lands.
#DYK?
➡️For every tree that is harvested in Alberta, 2 trees are planted. In 2018, more than 83 million trees were planted.
➡️It is estimated that Alberta’s forest sector invests between $140-150 million annually in reforestation activities, such as planting seedlings.
➡️For every tree that is harvested in Alberta, 2 trees are planted. In 2018, more than 83 million trees were planted.
➡️It is estimated that Alberta’s forest sector invests between $140-150 million annually in reforestation activities, such as planting seedlings.
The government sets reforestation standards and receives annual results from all commercial timber disposition holders. These results are monitored to ensure reforestation is successful.
The government monitors compliance by conducting planned and random audits of forest operations and timber production and by conducting field inspections. There is also self-reporting by forest companies and individuals.
