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NZ facts & figures now available for 2023/24

2 June 2025

The 2023/24 Facts and Figures publication is produced annually by the New Zealand Forest Owners Association (NZFOA), providing the latest data and insights from across New Zealand’s forest growing sector.

It includes planted forestry highlights, ownership and forest management information, deforestation trends, export and production statistics, health and safety data and supplementary information such as log prices over time. The publication has now been posted online through the NZFOA website. Printed copies can also be ordered by contacting the NZFOA office.

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Source: NZ Forest Owners Association

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