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Nelson Mandela University Forestry Department invites you to explore how digital technologies are paving the way for a more sustainable and efficient future in forestry.
This webinar builds on the success of events that have been hosted annually since 2020. Sustainability in forestry can be facilitated by introducing new technologies and ensuring the efficiencies of existing modern silviculture systems are augmented.
The theme this year explores how new and existing digital technologies can be utilised for assessments, monitoring, and integrated with machines to enhance the performance of various silviculture activities. The webinar content will explore all the silviculture value chain activities, both locally and internationally.
We're excited that Darran Stone, an Ellepot representative, will be joining the lineup of expert speakers!
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 9:45 AM – 1:30 PM (CAT)
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Register Now: WEBINAR LINK
Date: 15 October 2025
Time: 9:45 – 13:45
Online platform: Microsoft Teams
9:45 – 9:55: Welcome, Prof Josua Louw – Nelson Mandela University
9:55 – 10:00: Digitalisation in Modern Silviculture, Dr Muedanyi Ramantswana - Nelson Mandela University
10:00 – 10:15: Precision silviculture initiatives and progress in New Zealand, Ms Claire Stewart – Forest Growers Research (New Zealand)
10:25 – 10:40: Perspectives on Silviculture Digitalisation in South Africa, Mr Thembinkosi Zulu – Nelson Mandela University
10:50 – 11:05: Mulchers as an Effective Tool for Residue and Fuel Load Management, Mr Deon Redinger - Savithi
11:15 – 11:30: A Single Head Planting Solution for South African Conditions, Mr Stephanus Viljoen – Novelquip Forestry
11:30 – 11:45: Discussion and Questions
11:45 – 12:00: Break sessions
12:00 – 12:15: Smart Traceability for Forestry Nurseries: The Role and Integration of Ellepot Live, Darran Stone – Ellepot (Australia)
12:25 – 12:40: Using Advanced Mapping Tools to Improve Silviculture Operations, Management Mr Harley Schinagl – TerraLab (Australia)
12:50 – 13:05: Application of Drones for Stand Monitoring and Survival Assessment, After Regeneration, Ms Beatriz Zerbinato Balista (Brazil)
13:30: Questions and Discussion - Closure
