Mark Broadmeadow, Head of Climate Change at the Forestry Commission, explains how the Woodland Carbon Code works, why certain safeguards exist, how productive and commercial forestry fit within the scheme and addresses some common misconceptions.
Robin Gray, Landscape and Woodland Design Advisor, explains how designing a woodland with landscape in mind and following the UK Forestry Standard, can result in greater efficiencies and benefits for you and the environment.
Andrea Deol, Head of Plant Health Forestry at the Forestry Commission, shares the successful eradication of Ips typographus from 13 outbreak sites and how to help prevent future establishment.
Harry Joyce, Economist at the Forestry Commission, explains what green finance is and how it benefits landowners and the environment.
Alison Hallas, Woodland Access Adviser at the Forestry Commission, explores how the UK Forestry Standard (UKFS) offers a practical framework to woodland owners to manage woodlands and forests for people, and respond to real world challenges.
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.
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