Cyprus.—

The occupation of this Island by the British Government led to much information, especially with regard to the forests, being sought from this establishment. The amelioration of the swamps, which it was hoped might be effected by planting Eucalyptus, was also eagerly desired, and some mistakes were perhaps made in the laudable wish to effect something with as little delay as possible. My suggestion that an Indian forest page 35 officer should be sent to the Island to survey and report on the existing forests, and the best mode of utilising and preserving them, was adopted, and Deputy-Conservator Wild, who was detached to this service, has sent home an excellent report. Packets of seeds of Eucalyptus, and other trees and shrubs likely to be useful, have been procured and sent out to Cyprus from Kew.