Behind every truck that travels the forest roads of southern Chile, there are stories of effort, commitment, and deep respect for the forest. One of them is that of Nolberto Pardo, a forestry driver who has dedicated a large part of his life to a task as demanding as it is fundamental for the development of the sector: transporting the timber that comes from the work of hundreds of people and that is later transformed into products present in the daily lives of millions of Chileans.
From the early hours of the morning, Nolberto begins his journeys along rural routes and forestry operations, transporting pine and eucalyptus timber to collection centers and industrial plants. His work requires experience, responsibility, and a thorough knowledge of the territory, facing daily long shifts, changing weather conditions, and roads that demand maximum concentration and professionalism.
However, for Nolberto, driving a forestry truck means much more than fulfilling a logistical task. It is a way of life that has allowed him to develop a special bond with the forest and understand the importance of caring for the natural resources that make this activity possible.
"The forest is part of you," he says with conviction. For him, each load he transports represents the effort of forestry workers, operators, contractors, and families who depend on this economic activity. But it is also the result of a natural resource that deserves to be managed with responsibility and a vision for the future.
His testimony reflects a reality that often remains outside the public debate: the forestry sector is made up of thousands of people who perform essential jobs to keep one of the country's main productive activities moving. Drivers, operators, technicians, and workers who, day after day, contribute with their experience and dedication to the sustainable development of the territories where they live and work.
In times when sustainability occupies a central place in conversations about the future of the industry, stories like Nolberto's allow us to put a human face on the forest. Beyond the figures and economic indicators, there is a community of people committed to doing their work responsibly and to conveying the value of the productive landscapes that are part of southern Chile.
At Acoforag, we believe that every forest story deserves to be told. Sharing the experiences of those who work in it is also a way to recognize their contribution, make their challenges visible, and promote a closer and more conscious view of forestry activity and its relationship with people and the territory.
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