New Zealand is acknowledged as one of the world's leading suppliers of high-quality radiata. It also has the most advanced technology for clearwood production.

All 1.8 million ha of the New Zealand's plantations are renewable(nearly half are FSC certified), highly productive and expanding a rarity on the global scene.

Radiata has been develped and refined by foresters and scientists as the world's most versatile wood. This has been achieved by combining outstanding skills in reserch and development, forest management, harvesting andprocessing.

The even texture and moderate density of the timber, and its ease of processing make one of the most attractive and versatile industrial wood species.

New Zealand radiata plantations produce logs of excellent quality in just 25 years and importantly, there is a continuning,sustainable supply of prenium quality wood for international markets.