Ten years have passed since ash dieback was first detected in the Peak District Dales Special Area of Conservation. In this guest blog, Katie Brownbill introduces the LIFE in the Ravines project, which is leading the area’s woodland restoration efforts.
Richard Hellier, Landscape and Woodland Design Advisor at the Forestry Commission, explores why edge design matters and how our new guidance can transform your woodland.
Ian Tubby, Head of Policy and Advice at the Forestry Commission, discusses three key reasons why planting more conifer can have a positive impact on the environment, timber security and the economy.
Chris Watson is the Forestry Commission's Woodland Resilience Advisor. Here he outlines the principles and wider environmental, economic and social benefits of sustainable forest management and timber harvesting through the UK Forestry Standard.
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) will open applications for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier from summer 2025. Find out how you can get ready to apply.
Shaun Purkiss-McEndoo is a Forestry Commission Woodland Ambassador and Head Forester at Zetland Estates. Find out how he is creating productive woodland at Silver Hill, North Yorkshire.
Vicki Howlett, Woodland Creation Incentives Team Manager at the Forestry Commission, shares how the WCPG application process will change later this year.
The 5th edition of the UK Forestry Standard came into full effect on 1 October 2024. Find out what this means for woodland managers.
Emma Bramley, Area Marketing and Communications Manager for South East and London, introduces us to this year’s National Forestry Conference and its central theme of products, people and possibilities.
Bella Murfin, the Director for the Nature for Climate Fund Tree Programme in Defra, reflects on the last four years.
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