...Seed sourcing is an essential part of tree production and one that can sometimes be overlooked. A secure, diverse supply of tree seed is key to creating healthy, resilient woodlands....
...to washing machines, and, of course, timber. Imports of wood, wood products and isolated bark are one of the main ways that tree pests and diseases can enter the UK,...
...England Woodland Creation Offer and the Woodland Creation Planning Grant. Here he looks at the work being done to improve the application process. The England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) was...
...off the ground, and we explored some of the build-up in our August blog. This one looks back at the last 6 months delivering the Government’s commitment to treble tree...
...building a relationship with those farmers on the ground doing the work. They are very busy and not necessarily focusing on new business in the farm. Having someone else helping...
...for the degree-level apprenticeship that all applicants must have a level 2 in English and Maths. Functional skills level 2 courses are available and can be completed before the apprenticeship...
...the tree sector. There is no one better to shape this conversation than these women leaders-in-the-making on this programme who work tirelessly to plan, grow, plant, establish, manage, harvest, process...
Helen Townsend, our Principal Advisor on Social Forestry, looks at why it's so important that woodlands of all shapes and sizes, are available to everyone. I was asked to write...
...one: RJ Trees and Hedging RJ Trees and Hedging nursery. Credit: RJ Trees and Hedging. RJ Trees and Hedging Ltd was established in 2021 on agricultural land formerly used for...
...consultation outcome from WCPG where appropriate Amendments to Standalone Environmental Impact Assessment processes Develop and improve processes for how and when the Forestry Commission undertakes consultation on woodland management plans...
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