Chris Watson, Woodland Resilience Advisor at the Forestry Commission, invites Steph Bale, Senior Policy Advisor for Commercial Forestry at Defra, to discuss the differences between hardwood and softwood in relation to timber, and why it matters.
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.
For this month’s ‘Into the woods’ blog, Plant Health Forestry Administrative Officer Kev Tuffley reveals the special features of a beautiful, little-visited woodland in the Forest of Dean.
Nature Recovery Advisor MacBradan Bones shares his tips on managing your woodland in spring.
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.
Emily Robinson, Content Officer at Forestry Commission, shares how wood ants act as a keystone species in promoting a healthy woodland ecosystem.
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.
To mark International Day of Forests 2025, John Pawsey reflects on how he introduced agroforestry at Shimpling Park Farm, his family’s organic farm in Suffolk.
Dr Anna Brown, Director of Forest Services at the Forestry Commission, explores the ways that timber shapes our daily lives. This blog celebrates craftsmanship, sustainability and innovation behind one of nature’s most remarkable resources.
For this month's 'Into the woods' blog, Deputy Surveyor of the New Forest and Forest Management Director Craig Harrison explores the special status and management of the New Forest.
Alan Reid is our Nature Recovery Advisor in the West Midlands. Here he explores why woodlands are such excellent habitats for these enigmatic creatures, and how woodland owners and managers might help them.
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