Independent scientific verification for forest connected supply chains
World Forest ID is an independent non-profit that turns peer-reviewed science into practical verification tools. We help regulators, certification schemes, and companies assess whether a traded product’s declared harvest origin is consistent with independent reference data. Origin testing works because trees and plants carry chemical signatures shaped by where they grew. By collecting and analysing georeferenced reference samples from known locations, World Forest ID builds spatial models that help test origin claims with independent scientific evidence. Backed by a growing consortium of public research institutions, World Forest ID combines non-proprietary science with practical tools designed for real-world decisions.
How the process works
obtain useable sample
To enable testing, we need a real-wood sample large enough for laboratory analysis, and a clear claim with both a declared harvest origin and species or genus.
Testing & evaluation
A laboratory measures the sample’s chemistry. The Evaluation Platform compares the results against World Forest ID reference data built from georeferenced samples.
Evaluation Report
The Evaluation Platform generates a report assessing whether the sample is consistent with the claimed harvest origin, based on scientific evidence.
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