Supporting forestry and wood product industries
We work with businesses and the community to promote the future of forestry and wood products in South Australia.
This includes seeking opportunities for industry development, leading forestry research, and delivering environmental and economically sustainable practices.

The master plan provides a vision to grow and develop South Australia's forest and timber industry.

The centre delivers leading research, development, and education for the forest industry. It diversifies the Green Triangle regional economy and communities.

Find out about the environmental and economic benefits of on-farm plantations, which support climate adaptability.

The council brings together key industry stakeholders to advise State Government on developing the forestry sector.

Giant pine scale is an insect that sucks the sap of pine trees, posing a threat to our softwood plantation industry. Learn about control methods.

Find out about public access options for forests in SA's Mid North region, including trails, recreational grounds, and accommodation.
About forestry
South Australia’s plantation forests were established in 1876 and now cover about 168,000 hectares (ha) across the Fleurieu, Adelaide Hills, mid-north region, and Limestone Coast.
There are 2 commercial species grown in the state. Our export Tasmanian bluegum (Eucalyptus globulus) creates wood fibre for high-quality paper. Radiata pine (Pinus radiata) is used in modern wood processing facilities to produce:
- framing timber and panels for the construction industry
- fence posts for livestock farmers
- trellis posts for grape growers
- pallets, compost, potting mix and animal bedding.
In 2021–22 our forestry industry generated $1.46 billion in revenue for South Australia – learn more in the forestry toolkit.
Industry guidelines
- Guidelines for plantation forestry in SA ()
- State specific guideline for SA under Australia's illegal logging laws

The Green Triangle, situated in the state's south-east and over the Victorian border, was a pioneering forest district for Australia’s timber industry.
The South Australian Government plantations are leased here by OneFortyOne Plantations. PIRSA oversees compliance of these lease conditions, making sure that community interests and industry priorities are conserved.
Read the latest independent audit results of our forestry plantations.
Download the assurance report PDF Download the detailed findings report PDF