Harry Joyce, Economist at the Forestry Commission, reveals the latest findings of a report into the value of forest biodiversity in Great Britain.
For Forestry Stewardship Council’s Forest Week, this blog brings together 6 organisations working across UK forestry, each sharing one practical thing they are doing for forests, from certification and agroforestry to urban treescapes, climate adaptation and timber use.
Sarah Dixon, Forestry Commission Woodland Ambassador and landowner of Breach Park Farm in Oxfordshire, shares her woodland creation journey and her plans to open the woodland to enrich her local community.
Jen Turner, Development Manager at the Royal Forestry Society (RFS), discusses the findings of a recent Breaking Points survey on forestry workers’ mental health, and how the Wellbeing in Forestry group looks to support the sector.
Chris Waterfield, Carbon and Water Woodland Advisor, explains how you can apply UK Forestry Standards to create and manage woodlands to improve flood alleviation, water quality and aquatic habitats.
Neil Riddle, Head of Natural Environment at the Forestry Commission, explains how small, smart choices can turn your woodland into a wildlife hotspot while still producing timber and supporting long‑term resilience.
Rob Gazzard, Wildfire and Contingency Planning Advisor at the Forestry Commission, shares the forward planning and training needed to manage wildfire incidents across England.
Jo Garlick, Regional Promotion and Engagement Manager at the Forestry Commission, shares how Woodland Ambassadors Rob and Catherine Moore successfully diversified their farm business through woodland creation at Yeomadon Farm.
Richard Chapman, Programme Director of the Defra Trees Programme, reflects on the Nature for Climate Fund and shares what the future holds for the sector.
Baroness Hayman of Ullock, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Biosecurity, Borders and Animals) discusses the significant impact invasive grey squirrels have on our woodlands and native red squirrel populations, and the landscape-scale effort needed to manage them.
Alexander Bentley, Agroforestry Woodland Officer for the Forestry Commission in the North West and West Midlands Area, talks about the resurgence of agroforestry in Herefordshire – enabling farmers to diversify and enhance their outputs.
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