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FII is the lead agency responsible for developing new product uses and markets for Mountain Pine Beetle wood. This mandate is part of the Mountain Pine Beetle Action Plan announced in April, 2005. The strategy supports forest communities, preserves forests and assists forest companies in recovering the greatest economic value from impacted timber.
More information is available from:
FII Mountain Pine Beetle Program
1200 - 1130 West Pender St.
Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4
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E-mail: mpbinfo@bcfii.ca
Tel: 604-685-7507 |
The 2008/2009 reports are available for download. See the sections labelled "NEW" for the most current reports.
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Fibre Quality [New] |
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Research on fibre quality and characteristics for green, red and grey stages and recommendations to maximize economic value. |
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Product Development [New] |
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Assessment of potential new uses for MPB wood with an emphasis on highly marketable products. |
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Manufacturing Processes [New] |
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Research on different approaches to identifying, handling, sorting, milling and utilizing MPB wood profitably in manufacturing. |
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Market Development |
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Updates on programs to open up new domestic and international markets for MPB wood products. |
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MPB Key Links |
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Other agencies and groups involved with the Mountain Pine Beetle. |
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