News — Cork Forests
The Cork Oak Tree Protected by Law in Portugal
Posted by Olive McKillop on
The Cork Oak Tree is protected by law in Portugal. It is an evergreen, slow growing tree, which can live for more than two centuries and grow to a height of 25 metres.
Travel after lockdown to the Forests of the Alentejo
Posted by Olive McKillop on
Read about our long awaited trip to Portugal. Our mission to visit the cork forests of the Alentejo in Portugal and see the cork harvest in action.
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The Tenterfield Cork Tree
Posted by Olive McKillop on
Travelling on the New England Highway, we were stunned to see this lovely Cork Oak Tree in Tenterfield NSW, brought out from Europe and planted in 1861. How it has stood the test of time!
Why Cork Leather?
Posted by Olive McKillop on
Why Cork Leather for fashion products? We need to retain the cork forests and cork leather artisan skills. Cork production does not harm the environment or animals.