The Challenge
The Department required the remeasurement of 2-hectare species trial plots across private properties in regions west of Tamworth, Dubbo, and Wagga Wagga. These sites, originally planted with six tree species and arranged in 24 replicated plots per location, had not been assessed in more than a decade. Significant tree mortality had occurred, and many sites lacked physical tree numbering. The project called for accurate identification of surviving and dead trees, adherence to original design layouts, and sensitivity to access and landholder engagement issues.
Our Solution
Our team undertook the logistical challenge of accessing over 40 remote sites, spanning from Inverell to Albury. We camped in the field as required, navigated varying terrain, and contacted landholders to gain remeasurement consent. Using Haglöf inventory technology—including the Vertex Laser Geo Hypsometer and DP II Caliper with DPGPSDME—paired with TIMS software, we delivered fast, reliable, and repeatable data across all viable sites. Each tree was assessed against the original design framework to ensure continuity of measurement.
The Result
Jamax successfully remeasured 28 plantation trial sites over 56 days of fieldwork. The detailed inventory provides an up-to-date dataset on species performance under dryland conditions, supporting future policy, environmental planning, and silvicultural decision-making. At time of writing, the Department has not yet processed the data due to internal budget constraints.
