Dear IUFRO Working Party on Resource Data in the Tropics:

Below is Issue 1 of IUFRO News 2025, volume 54. Past editions of the newsletter can be found at: https://www.iufro.org/iufro-news

Regards,

Sheila Ward

Coordinator

IUFRO WP 4.02.01 - Resource data in the tropics

https://www.iufro.org/science/divisions/division-4/40000/40200/40201/

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IUFRO News Vol. 54, Issue 1 / ISSN 2501-2432

News by IUFRO Headquarters

IUFRO Launches New Website to Enhance Global Forest Research Collaboration

Kicking off the year 2025, IUFRO is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, now live at

IUFRO Establishes New Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

Principles of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are vital to the global science community and fundamental to IUFRO's overall mission of…

AFoCO and IUFRO Sign MoU to Foster Long-term Partnership in Forest Research and Knowledge Sharing

In a landmark agreement, Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) and International Union of Forest Research Organization (IUFRO)…

Dante Bertocci - New IFSA Head of Sub-commission to IUFRO

My name is Dante Bertocci. I am an avid biophilic, Forestry MSc Specialist, and mycology aficionado, with dual citizenship between Italy and…

In memoriam Jan Heino

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jan Erik Heino, an exceptional forest policymaker and diplomat, and steadfast…

Wallenberg Initiatives in Forest Research - WIFORCE

The growth of Sweden's forests has decreased significantly over the past 15 years. The causes remain unclear, but climate change is believed…

Listen to Branching Out: the Forest Podcast!

Exploring Forest Physiology and Genetics: A Conversation with IUFRO Division 2

In the latest episode of Branching Out: the Forest Podcast, host Jose Bolaños (IUFRO HQ) and cohost Nilo Wijaya (IFSA) examine the intersection of physiology and genetics with Amanda de la Torre (Northern Arizona University) and Santiago González-Martínez (INRAE), Co-Coordinators of IUFRO's Division 2. From genetic diversity to groundbreaking technologies, the conversation revealed how science could shape the future of forests.

Listen at: https://www.iufro.org/podcast

Meeting Reports

V Congreso Internacional Agroforestal y Forestal Patagónico (CIAP) – II Congreso Forestal Patagónico (CFP)

Agroforestry Systems and Forests: Proposals for the Ecological and Productive Restoration of the Patagonian…

Fifth International Scientific and Expert Conference "Natural Resources, Green Technologies and Sustainable Development/5-GREEN2024"

Natural Resources, Green Technology and Sustainable DevelopmentAfter the great success of the…

Workshop on Forest Genetic Common Gardens

In November 2024, the IUFRO Unit 2.02.13 Breeding and Genetic Resources of Mediterranean Conifers organized a hybrid Workshop on Forest…

Theory and practice to address defoliating insects, invasive pests and biological control

Insect Pests and Diseases Threaten Forest HealthThe health of forests worldwide is threatened by insect…

News for IUFRO News?

If you are an IUFRO officeholder or member, please share your news with us.

Closing date for the Feb/Mar issue: 28 February!

Publications

IUFRO 2024 World Congress Summary Report

The success of the IUFRO World Congress 2024 was a collective effort, involving hundreds of individuals. This summary report prepared by the…

Communicating Forest Science – Language versions now available!

IUFRO’s Communications & Public Relations Working Party proudly presented the new ‘Communicating Forest Science' manual at…

Publications from the Network

Austrian Wood Initiative Projects

The compilation of all projects and measures implemented in the framework of the Austrian Wood Initiative between 2021 and 2024 is now also…

Transforming Biocities - Designing Urban Spaces Inspired by Nature

The book highlights, among other things, why cities using wood in construction become carbon capture and storage infrastructures and how…

Latest Issue of TEAKNET Bulletin

In this issue, Teaknet brings you an article on 'The timeless legacy of Teak: Unveiling its history, importance, and enduring relevance'. The article deals with the deep cultural and historical significance of teak and its prominence in religious monuments, naval ships, and ancient architecture. The article provides glimpses of conservation efforts focused on sustainable practices, genetic research, and preserving its legacy as a symbol of resilience and beauty.

Also find information about the 5th World Teak Conference 2025 to take place in Kochi, Kerala, India, on 17-20 September!

Download Issue 18 (1): 20258

New IUFRO meetings

2025 IUFRO Small Scale Forestry and Extension and Knowledge Exchange Joint Conference

IUFRO 3.08.00 Small Scale Forestry Research Group and 9.01.03 Extension and Knowledge Exchange Working Party are pleased to announce the…

DecisionES_BR2025: Symposium on Ecosystem Services, Forest Management and Decision Making

The "DecisionES_BR2025: Symposium on Ecosystem Services, Forest Management and Decision Making" will take place from 30 June to 4…

Courses and Webinars

APS Seed Pathology Course: Developing & Validating Seed Health Assays

This course builds upon the APS Seed Pathology Fundamentals course, diving deeper into the latest and most effective practices…

Seminar Series: Data-Driven Urban Forestry

Throughout this seminar series organized by Hixon Center, Yale School of the Environment, between January and April 2025 urban forestry…

2025 Summer School on Ambrosia Symbiosis

Discover the fascinating world of ambrosia symbiosis in a 7-day immersive workshop packed with hands-on activities,…

Advanced Training Course on Deforestation-Free Supply Chain Management

This course was developed by the EMMA4EU Erasmus + Project (Innovation Alliance for Training Programmes…

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