Thinning is carried out throughout the year in our Materials’ Forests. It is the process of adjusting forest density by cutting some trees. Without thinning, the spacing between planted trees will become smaller as they grow, preventing sufficient sunlight from reaching the ground. Appropriate thinning ensures adequate sunlight exposure, which is essential for tree growth, and leads to the development of strong trees.

As forest guardians, we start the selection of trees to be removed more than six months prior to thinning, looking at species, trunk thickness, number of trees in the forest, and more. It is up to us to decide which trees to cut down and which to leave standing. It is both an act of taking life from the trees and an act of shaping the forest’s future. That is why we try to maintain an attitude of humility and respect for the forest when selecting trees.

The more trees are cut down, the more profit is made. However, the pursuit of short- term profits risks the loss of rich forests for future generations. That is why we are committed to creating sustainable forests that respect the diversity of flora and fauna. This commitment is based on a comprehensive understanding of forest ecosystems, ensur- ing that we can pass on rich forests to future generations.