Southern pine (plantations)

Abstract

Southern pine is a well-established group of commercial plantation species in Queensland and produces a premium grade, quality softwood. The southern pines group is valued for excellent growth, straightness, minimal branching, wood density and even wood texture.

Southern pine timber products have a well-established processing industry and market in Queensland. It is in demand both nationally and internationally. High-grade sawn wood serves the upper end of the domestic market and exports include sawn wood and woodchip.