...decade areas in Eastern France and the Czech Republic have seen their spruce forests decimated by a ruthless cycle of eight-toothed European spruce bark-beetle (Ips typographus) outbreaks, killing already drought-stressed...
...in active management The Free Advisory Visit The free advice and site visit helps landowners to develop outline plans for existing woodlands, and plans and budgets for new tree planting....
...market (such as those certified by the WCC) far outstrips the supply. The Natural Environment Investment Readiness Fund (NEIRF) has been supporting the development of new Codes and Standards like...
...that can be factored into decision-making and support business planning. It may also support the development of carbon codes for other natural habitats that sequester carbon, giving both landowners and...
...the West Midlands. Check out the full eligibility rules on our webpage. How can I find out more? We are running a free workshop next Monday (17 June, 10am to...
...country, including the role of trees. Launching our Forestry Training Fund in February, providing free practical forestry training courses to help grow our domestic forestry sector (worth over £2 billion...
...improved quality and diversity of product? This challenge can include activities to promote biosecurity. Challenge 3 How can innovative environmentally sustainable weed control solutions be used to reduce reliance on...
...stackable payments from the Forestry Commission’s flagship grant, the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), whilst also benefiting the wider environment. Accessed through a free digital map, the new EWCO...
...disposal of tree guards. We directly supported a free Tubex recycling hub in Essex in 2023 which recycled more than 5,000 polypropylene tree guards. This is the equivalent of more...
...branches. This helps produce knot-free boards and improves processing efficiency. Good form is essential for both hardwoods and softwoods, as it reduces waste and increases value. Growth rate is another...
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