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Getting started in forestry
Get information about planting forest on your land.
What to think about before you plant your forest
There are a lot of benefits to planting trees on your land, but there’s also a lot to consider before you commit your land to forestry.
Summary of forestry rules and regulations
A number of rules and regulations apply to forests, including the Forests Act (for indigenous forest), the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry (NES-PF), and the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The Resource Management Act (RMA) also applies.
Where to go for advice on planting forests
It’s a good idea to talk to someone with expertise in the type of forest you want to plant before you start.
