Landari Tasmania Blessington 2022

Landari Tasmania Blessington 2022 is a plantation forestry project located in the rural locality of Blessington, approximately 32km south-east of Launceston, Tasmania. Registered on April 18, 2023, the project covers a designated area of 196 hectares. The surrounding region is characterized by a mix of agricultural land uses, including grazing and cropping, alongside significant commercial forestry operations, making it a prime location for timber plantation projects.

This project operates under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative, Plantation Forestry) Methodology Determination 2022. Specifically, it focuses on the "avoided conversion" activity. This means the project prevents an existing or recently harvested plantation from being converted into non-forested land, such as pasture or cropland. By maintaining the plantation forest instead of clearing it for other agricultural uses, the project ensures the carbon stored in the trees remains sequestered.

The Blessington area experiences a cool-temperate climate typical of north-eastern Tasmania. The region generally falls within a rainfall band of 600mm to 1000mm annually, supporting robust vegetation growth. Local soil profiles often feature clay loams and loamy clays, which are well-suited for retaining moisture and supporting deep-rooted forestry plantations.

The project proponent, Landari Pty Ltd, is a boutique Australian carbon developer specializing in the land sector. Founded by experienced foresters, Landari focuses on integrating carbon finance with traditional forestry management. This project creates a financial incentive to retain timber assets in the landscape, countering the economic pressure to convert the land to traditional farming.