IS CERTIFICATION NECESSARY?
Many believe that sustainable forestry is already being practiced in the developed countries.
Demand being driven by large buyer groups who wish to sell certified products. Small owner may be forced to comply -- non-voluntary.
Notes:
(additional sources for slide 11)
Canadian Standards Association, http://www.sfms.com/standar.htm
Forest Stewardship Council, USA, http://fscus.org/ and http://www.fscoax.org/