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Putting the forestry back into agroforestry

Putting the forestry back into agroforestry

Jim O'Neill, Agroforestry Development Manager, shows how applying traditional forestry knowledge to agroforestry systems can unlock timber production potential.

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Introducing the new groups grant to protect against Oak Processionary Moth

Posted by: Andrew Hoppit, Posted on: 18 May 2022 - Categories: Tree health
A cluster of OPM caterpillars on an Oak branch in the sunlight

The new Oak Processionary Moth Groups Grant has opened. Here's why and how you should apply for it.

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Six tips to help you apply for the England Woodland Creation Offer

Posted by: Sophie Ward, Posted on: 10 May 2022 - Categories: Woodland creation
Close up of a young tree

If you're considering applying for the England Woodland Creation Offer here's five key things you should consider doing before making your application.

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Better biosecurity for nurseries and our future woodlands

Posted by: Joe Harrison, Posted on: 20 April 2022 - Categories: Tree planting
A healthy mature woodland

Read about the new Biosecure Procurement Requirement for tree suppliers that will help to strengthen UK biosecurity.

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‘Behind the Scenes’ at the Forestry Commission: Managing the outbreak of Phytophthora pluvialis

Posted by: Jan Strelczenie, Posted on: 14 April 2022 - Categories: Tree health
A branch showing symptoms of pluvialis

Find out how the Forestry Commission have been working as part of a collaborative UK wide approach since the first discovery of Phytophthora pluvialis in the UK.

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Yorkshire Water and the National Trust; How planting trees on our land can benefit nature, climate and people.

Posted by: Victoria Holland, Posted on: 7 April 2022 - Categories: Woodland creation

Find out about the partnership work between the National Trust and Yorkshire Water to tackle flood risk by planting trees.

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Kickstart your career in Forestry

Posted by: Gareth Hopkins, Posted on: 6 April 2022 - Categories: Careers
Trees in tree tubes being checked by a Woodland Officer

Find out more about an exciting new career pathway into forestry with The Development Woodland Officer Programme.

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Why plant trees?

Posted by: Asia Aldridge, Posted on: 29 March 2022 - Categories: Tree planting, Woodland creation
A graphic of trees with the title 'Why Plant Trees?' across them

Find out everything planting trees can do for the planet, our health and the economy in this infographic.

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Tree Production Innovation Fund - Third spotlight on successful applicants

Posted by: Jack Clough, Posted on: 24 March 2022 - Categories: Tree planting
A field of tree seedlings

The Tree Production Innovation Fund aims to support innovative projects to increase and diversify domestic tree production. In our third blog post on the successful projects recieving funding, find out about three more.

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Tree protection – thinking about risks and opportunities

Posted by: Forestry Commission, Posted on: 17 March 2022 - Categories: Woodland creation

Herbivorous mammals can damage trees in the early years of establishment. This blog looks at the risks associated with that damage and the options available for protection.

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Celebrating the women working in the Forestry Commission: Alexandra Jenks

Posted by: Alexandra Jenks, Posted on: 9 March 2022 - Categories: International Women's Day, Our staff
Alexandra Jenks

In a series of blogs to celebrate International Women's Day 2022, members of staff share their stories of working in the forestry sector. This is Alexandra Jenks.

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