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CHAPTER 11.— I THE STATE FOREST SERVICE. At the 31st March, 1926, the total number of permanent Service staff officers was 106, as compared with 95 at the 31st March, 1925. During the year nineteen new permanent appointments were made, and eight officers resigned, the total strength thus being increased by eleven. Considering the activities of so many private tree-planting companies, the number of resignations from the operating staff —one conservator, three forest rangers, and one forest guard —is remarkably

Insignis Pine (Pinus radiata) Plantation, Wellington. Trees 40 Years old.

small. It is to be expected, however, that with the increasing activities of these companies and the higher salaries offering many trained officers may be lost in this direction in the future. Whilst the services of these men are no longer available to the State Forest Service, it is gratifying to remember that their efforts are still directed in assisting in the provision of future timber-supplies for this Dominion. The rangers' course of instruction was held at Hanmer Springs during the month of July, and was attended by fourteen officers of the Service. These courses have been a great aid in advancing the efficiency of the field staff, and will continue to be an annual event.

State Forest Service Organization.—Distribution of Permanent Staff as at 31st March, 1926.

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