Species

Members advised of CITES amendment proposals concerning timber species, especially Brazilwood
by Jennie Ward|22 July 25|Supply
Please note that the following timber-related amendment proposals have been submitted to the upcoming 20th meeting of the CITES Conference of the Parties (CoP20), which will take place in Uzbekistan from 24th November to 5th December 2025. There are currently proposals concerning four timber species: Brazilwood (Paubrasilia echinata) – A...
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Ipe and Cumaru products now require CITES permits to enter the UK
by Jennie Ward|01 December 24|Corporate, Supply
Two new species of timber now require CITES permits to be imported into the UK, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has announced. Following the 19th Conference of Parties (CoP19) held in Panama in November 2022, from 25th November Ipe and Cumaru...
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Forestry sector ‘cautious but resilient’ with species diversity key to the future, report says
by Jennie Ward|22 November 24|Supply
Resilience has defined the UK forestry industry in 2024 despite the economic challenges, according to The UK Forest Market Report 2024, produced by BSW Group’s Tilhill Forestry, and Goldcrest Land & Forestry Group. According to the report the UK forestry market remains strong, driven by demand for high-quality assets, stable...
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Everything you need to know about timber
by Jennie Ward|09 May 24|Build, Supply
Timber Development UK is working tirelessly to introduce new timber resources for merchants, builders and everyone involved in the timber supply chain. CEO David Hopkins explores the latest additions. At TDUK we believe that providing merchants and their customers with access to valuable information about building with timber is fundamental...
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net zero
World Forest ID wants your thoughts on scientific testing
by Jennie Ward|28 September 23|Build, Supply
World Forest ID is a small, US-registered non-profit established in 2021 to leverage unique geo-located plant chemistry, environmental data and cutting edge technology to enable traceable and accountable global supply chains. The organisation is asking TDUK members to complete its latest Private Sector Priority Species Survey, to help it understand...
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A panel with character
by Jennie Ward|01 September 23|Supply
Here, we take an in-depth look at Clear-Faced Douglas Fir Decorative Plywood, available in the UK from DHH Panel Products. Canadian Clear-Faced Douglas Fir is a decorative plywood that’s full of character and flair, and often chosen for its distinctive appearance. Its matured, sophisticated face, combined with a wild orange...
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New timber species
New timber species added to CITES Appendix II
by Jennie Ward|16 February 23|Supply
The following timber species have been added to CITES Appendix II following the 19th Conference of Parties (COP19) held in Panama in November 2022. African mahogany/Pod mahogany. African populations of Afzelia spp. in Appendix II with annotation #17 (Logs, sawn wood, veneer sheets, plywood and transformed wood). Enter into force...
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Timber Trade Topics Wood Campus – Full book
by TDUK|21 September 22|Build, Supply
Timber Trade Topics is a compilation of documents that have 18 key basic timber topics for builders, they go from sourcing sustainable timber to the use of timber on coatings, cladding, decking, among other topics.
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