FORIS Database to be Released

The Forest Information Resource System (FORIS), a database on the world’s timber resources, will be released by Tree Talk in November 1993. FORIS is intended to provide wood users with detailed information that will encourage the use of lesser-known and environmentally friendly species. Physical properties of each species, appropriate uses, availability, harvesting information, and cost will all be listed where available. The initial release includes about 800 species. For pricing and ordering information contact Tree Talk at 431 Pine St., Burlington, VT 05401; 800/858-6230, 802/863-4344 (fax).