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The Clear and Fertilize programme, promoted by the Paper Industry Association (CELPA), forms part of the Better Eucalyptus project. António Macedo, who is in charge of implementing the programme, is a man whose life and work are connected with the forest. He worked as a forest engineer at Soporcel for 18 years (1985-2002), where he […]
To supply the greatest cubic metres of raw materials, respecting all legal and environmental regulations, however demanding, at a competitive price. For this, the company must improve and increase forest management, and drive the efficiency of forestry processes
Forest fires are part of the ecosystemall over the Mediterranean. They always have been and always will be. They are the result of a combination of a high primary production of vegetation and very hot and dry summers.
There are improvements to be made in the sphere of fire-fighting. Altri Florestal is focusing on a better understanding and knowledge of fire behaviour, which means training permanent staff, hiring experts and reinforcing fire-fighting teams and the resources at their disposal.
What it produces the most of is eucalyptus plants, both from seeds and vegetative propagation, adapted to a broad range of situations, resulting from a programme of genetic enhancement. The annual production capacity is seven million forest plants in containers.
Altri Florestal has decided to take education to the work front, by means of a mobile classroom housed in a customised van where participants are taught about best safety practices at work
É fácil medir o trabalho e avaliar os esforços realizados com as acções de formação dadas. O resultado é muito satisfatório. Será que todos os envolvidos pensam da mesma forma?
Next October, the skills acquired will be recognised by the ACT {Authority for Working Conditions} and DGERT {Directorate-General for Employment and Labour Relations}. This recognition will allow for the employees of companies which supply services to Altri Florestal to become qualified.