Do not remove natural and old growth stands for pulp. Use long-term landscape planning. Ensure watershed protection Reduce chemical use. Use native trees. Block in plantations with natural forest species for pest management.
Consumers can make a difference.
FSC is a 3 rd party certifier who audits forest management practices. They certify products form the forest to transport to processing. They have strict standards for sustainable forest management. In 1999 nearly 15 million hectares of forest have been approved. In late 1998 the 1 st FSC approved products arrived at U.S. markets.