The new revision reflects changes made in the fifth edition of the UKFS, specifically the exclusion of several forestry operations within riparian buffer areas.
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Two new videos have been released to help build awareness of drought risk amongst landowners and land managers.
Discover how Forest Research is shaping a resilient future for British forestry with the next generation of Douglas fir trees, tailored to our climate.
Ground-breaking trials reveal how detection dogs could transform the fight against tree diseases – explore the findings.
A new tree species guide written in partnership with the University of Reading, identifies 33 species of trees and shrubs suitable for planting on agricultural land.
Discover our Climate Change Hub, a comprehensive, evidence-based resource that brings together climate change adaptation advice for forest and woodland owners and managers in the UK.
Tom Nisbet, Head of Physical Environmental Sciences, details how the new UKFS Practice Guide supports the creation and management of riparian woodlands to protect waterways and enhance biodiversity.
Stay ahead of the threat with TreeAlert’s new dashboard for real-time insights on tree pests and diseases across Great Britain.
Plan smarter, grow stronger. Senior Climate Change Scientist Tom Locatelli explains how ForestGALES helps foresters tackle wind risk and build resilient woodlands in Great Britain, and beyond.
Trees and woodlands benefit the water environment in a number of ways. They protect aquatic habitats and species, preserve the…
This tree species guide provides an overview of the physical characteristics, environmental tolerances, silvicultural characteristics, and ecosystem services and disservices…
The UKFS is the technical standard for forestry across the UK, which provides the foundation for sustainable forest management. It…
This In Brief summarises a report on future timber prices and price elasticities of demand for emerging species and different…
Lead Author: Robert Hattersley
This In Brief summarises our recently published Research Report, which explored the issues that matter to cereal farmers in England…
Lead Author: Grace van der Wielen
This Research Report explores the issues that matter to cereal farmers in England in relation to trees and tree cover…
Lead Author: Grace van der Wielen
This publication provides a rapid review and analysis of evidence of the biodiversity supported by commercial high forests in Great…
Lead Author: Nadia Barsoum
This publication summarises a study into the main physical and mechanical properties of eight lesser planted forestry species in the…
Lead Author: Andrew Price
This article, published in the Journal of Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGjournal), outlines the work of the Welsh Plant Health…
Lead Author: Racheal Lee
This booklet contains a summary of statistics about woodland and forestry and includes sections on woodland area, timber and wood…
From planted avenues to lone trees to hedgerows, Trees outside of Woodland in Peri-urban and Rural contexts (ToWPUR) make up…
Lead Author: Beth Brockett
Work at the cutting-edge of environmental science research with Forest Research, Great Britain’s leading organisation for forestry and tree-related research.
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Author(s): Nadia Barsoum
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Author(s): Beth Brockett, Elliot Colley, Clare Hall, George Murrell, Berglind Karlsdóttir
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Learn how Ash Dieback is impacting Great Britain's native ash trees, and discover resources to help slow its spread.
Understand the threat of Oak Processionary Moth to the country’s oak trees and access key information on its management and control.
Explore this detailed resource with information on common tree pests and diseases, from Acute Oak Decline to the Asian Longhorn Beetle.
Access a detailed database on information on over 60 tree species that are either widely grown in British forests or which could play an increasing role in the future.
Explore ForestGALES, a computer tool that assesses wind damage risk to forests in Britain, allowing comparison of different silvicultural practices.
Discover vital insights about Britain’s woodlands through the National Forest Inventory (NFI), a comprehensive programme offering up-to-date data on forest size, distribution, health, and biodiversity.
We carry out research to develop a better understanding of the ways in which trees and woodlands can benefit society
Chemical analysis of plant, water and soil samples, testing of plant stock quality and tree assessment products
The Tree Health Diagnostic and Advisory Service provide advice and where possible diagnosis and identification of tree pest and pathogen
By analysis of DNA extracted from samples, Forest Research can identify the presence of cryptic or reclusive species.
The Land Use and Ecosystem Services Research Group provides services to the forestry and environment sectors.