More concerted actions are also now being taken by African operators and certification advocates to bolster market awareness of the benefits of these systems. FSC representatives at the Gabon Dialogue (part of the Gabon Wood Show in June) particularly emphasised the work they are doing to raise consumer awareness of the role of certification in promoting progress in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.  The message being sent out is that “certified tropical timber products come preloaded with rural development and environmental conservation values”. FSC were confident that this message is gaining traction, benefitting from the links ...