The EU and China are combatting illegal logging through a Bilateral Coordination Mechanism

Want to learn about the EU and China’s joint efforts to combat illegal logging? The EU FLEGT Facility has published new information at www.euflegt.efi.int/eu-china.

What does Brexit mean for illegal logging and the global timber trade?

As the shockwaves from last week’s Brexit developments continue to reverberate around the world, we take a closer look at the implications for the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) – a key element of global efforts to stamp out trade in illegal timber and wood products – summarized in a new Forest Trends information brief.

UK-EU status for the Global Timber Trade

The result of the UK’s referendum on its membership of the European Union inevitably raises many questions for those trading with the UK in the global timber industry.

TTF reaction to EU Aftermath: Market Volatility and Continued Support for EUTR

Nearly a week has passed since the vote to leave the EU and the events of the week have certainly been tumultuous. The dust and anger may have settled slightly but the picture is still not that much clearer.

Council of the EU adopts conclusions on FLEGT Action Plan

On 28 June 2016, the Council of the European Union adopted conclusions on the independent evaluation of the EU Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) Action Plan and the review of the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR).

What does Brexit mean for forests?

For many living in the UK but feeling European, the referendum verdict comes as a great shock. Fern staff feel the decision particularly strongly as we have offices both in Brussels and the UK.

New survey out to tailor due diligence training for your needs

A new timber project about responsible sourcing is calling for input to a 4 min. survey to help shape training for small and medium-sized enterprises on how to meet the due diligence requirements under the EU Timber Regulation.