Business View Oceania | Volume 3, Issue 9

23 24 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9 mean that we need to attract some young people to keep forestry teams balanced and efficient. So that’s something we are really going to strive for in the future. If we support our youth and keep them in jobs, not only is that important in itself, but it will also keep the industry functioning well.” Thompson concludes with thanks to important business partners that have been integral to AFM’s success. “We have had fantastic relationships with our partners that have been really important to us for some time now. In particular, I would like to mention PF Olsen and their Branch Manager, Sam Nuske. These guys are a great team; we have developed a working partnership with them that supports expectations of safety, wellbeing, quality, and productivity on both sides. It’s great to work with a partner that also understands and acknowledges how essential work continuity throughout the year is for our crew members.” Thompson would also like to thank their long- term clients Tasman Forest Management, Bowater Toyota (Nelson) and MS Ford (Nelson) for their equipment lease programs, CompeteNZ for their assistance in training staff, and local nurseries Arborgen and Appletons for their top- quality seedlings and service. Action Forest Management will continue using their wealth of knowledge and experience to provide clients across the top of New Zealand’s South Island with world class forestry services as the industry progresses. They plan to lead the way in employee support and environmental best practices for years to come. ACT ION FOREST MANAGEMENT PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n MS Ford https://www.msford.co.nz