Eucalyptus

<p>This book highlights the world distribution of eucalyptus plantations and the recent state of research on the utilization of planted eucalyptus for engineered wood products (EWPs) manufacturing. EWPs such as particleboard fiberboard oriented strand board laminated veneer lumber plywood glue-laminated lumber and cross-laminated lumber are highlighted. Eucalyptus is the main fiber resource for the pulp and paper industries in developed countries. Timber and fibers extracted from eucalyptus have long been utilized for solid wood and manufacturing of medium-density fiberboard. Other uses of eucalyptus such as pulp and paper fuels and chemical feedstocks are also discussed. Economic social and environmental assessments of eucalyptus products are presented.</p><br><p></p>