by David Herries | May 12, 2026 | Forest Inventory, Remote sensing, TreeTools, UAV's / Drones, Virtual Plot
Thinning is a critical component of radiata pine forest management, improving stand growth, stability, and overall forest health. As the forestry sector continues to seek safer, more efficient, and cost‑effective approaches to thinning — particularly on steep or...
by Susana Gonzalez | May 6, 2026 | Log Measurement, Log Scaling
Accurate measurement of log volumes remains one of the most persistent challenges in post-harvest forestry operations. Traditional stack-based scaling methods rely on geometric assumptions and conversion factors that can struggle with real-world conditions such as...
by Susana Gonzalez | Feb 13, 2026 | LiDAR, UAV's / Drones
The Interpine team currently utilises the DJI Zenmuse L3 LiDAR sensor as part of its operational drone services, reflecting a continued focus on improving data quality and operational capability. For those interested in understanding how the L3 compares with the...
by Jack Guo | Jan 13, 2026 | Uncategorised
We’re excited to announce the latest update for TreeTools Virtual Plot Professional! Start collecting forest inventory stocking plots with your drone today using the power of artificial intelligence. Check out our new “Getting Started” tutorial for version 2.13 of...
by David Herries | Dec 18, 2025 | UAV's / Drones
Beyond Line of Sight Operations Certification At Interpine Innovation, we’re proud to operate under CAA Part 102 Certification, enabling us to fly drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS). This capability is a game-changer for our clients and the wider forestry and...
by Sam West | Dec 17, 2025 | Deep Learning / Ai, Environmental, UAV's / Drones
At Interpine Innovation, we’re proud to have partnered in a groundbreaking trial that is transforming how New Zealand tackles one of its most persistent agricultural challenges: bovine tuberculosis (TB). The government recently launched a trial in Central Otago to...
by Susana Gonzalez | Dec 16, 2025 | Deep Learning / Ai, Environmental, Slash Assessment
Interpine Innovation Leads AI Detection for Woody Debris Assessment, Driving Top Honours for Tairāwhiti Cyclone Recovery Project. Our team recently deployed advanced AI detection systems to support a comprehensive assessment of large woody debris across the Tairāwhiti...
by David Herries | Nov 21, 2025 | LiDAR, UAV's / Drones
We’re excited to announce a major leap forward for Interpine’s drone services team: the integration of the DJI Zenmuse L3 LiDAR sensor into our fleet. This upgrade represents a new era in precision forestry mapping and large-scale terrain analysis. What This Means for...
by David Herries | Nov 18, 2025 | LiDAR, TreeTools, UAV's / Drones
Interpine is proud to announce the launch of TreeTools TreeTools hosts two platforms – VirtualPlot and SilvaCloud, each desinged to help users optimise descision making before, during and after thinning events. This launch marks a significant milestone, and is...
by David Herries | Nov 14, 2025 | LiDAR, UAV's / Drones
At Interpine Innovation, we’re taking stockpile management to the next level. Our advanced drone and LiDAR technology delivers accurate measurements of wood chip piles, quarry stockpiles, and more—all in record time, with same-day volume reports. Precision &...
