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Intensive work in the SMS Strategy
(Synchronise - Mechanise - Simplify):
UPM Forestal Oriental is constantly
searching for ways to simplify the for-
estry process and make it more efficient.
Through this work, we have identified
new combinations of products that al-
low us to control weeds through fewer
interventions, using fewer chemicals
per hectare and also requiring fewer
resources.
At the same time, new technologies
have been identified and developed that
will enable us to get better results both
in terms of soil preparation and as re-
gards planting, especially in years with
excess rain.
Transmission of knowledge:
In 2014 we continued the training of
Service Provider Companies (SP) with
regard to courses on
Weed Control Strategy and the Use of
Agrochemicals. We made 17 trips to the
field with staff from the SPs and super-
visors and rangers from UPM Forestal
Oriental. These training sessions facili-
tate a very good implementation of the
weed control strategy.
HARVESTING
Harvest Extraction Rate
The annual harvest and extraction rates
are determined based on the demand
for supply (Fray Bentos Plant, exports,
etc.) and production evolution in our
own forests. Based on this information,
the Planning department determines
the annual extraction rates in our fields,
defined as the proportion of the area
harvested out of the total planted area.
NICOLÁS ELENA
Forest Controller
The use of new
technologies applied
to the operations
and information
management allow for
instant access to the
information provided
by service providers
and thus increase
analysis potential.
DID YOU KNOW?
• At UPM Forestal Oriental 100% of
the harvest is carried out through
mechanised processes.
• As well as making the activity
more efficient, this allows us to
reduce the risk of accidents in the
workplace.
• In 2014, the harvest extraction rate
was 9.11%.