Investment portal iNVEZZ.com has released a new article looking at the continuing rally in lumber prices and its positive impact for forestry investment enterprises.

The timber industry in Queensland, Australia is looking for investment to help establish plantations in the region and has gained the support of Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

Global forestry investment company Greenwood Management has announced a rise in its June figures for charcoal prices in the steel producing state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Hardwood Species such as Teak and Mahogany used in tropical tree farms have faster growth cycles and higher market values than North American timber holdings. Investment in these species offer IRR's of 10-20% and capture carbon.

Leading UK property investment consultancy Property Frontiers have announced the addition of a new alternative forestry investment product in Sri Lanka. The investment in Sri Lankan tropical hardwood products is capable of returning £256,000.