UPM Forestal Oriental - Social and Enviromental Report 2014

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. 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. HARVESTING

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• 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%.

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.

NICOLÁS ELENA Forest Controller

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