Forestry and Tree Health Resources
An overview of the types of archaeological evidence found in wooded environments and associated issues
The Forestry Commission Journal was introduced as a way to communicate information on a wide range of topics which could not be communicated through ‘ordinary official channels’, and was intended to be a means of exchanging the opinions and experiences of all members of the staff. This thirty-first Journal includes...
The Forestry Commission Journal was introduced as a way to communicate information on a wide range of topics which could not be communicated through ‘ordinary official channels’, and was intended to be a means of exchanging the opinions and experiences of all members of the staff. This twenty-third Journal includes...
The Roots software program was developed in 2005 to help developers create attractive and sustainable green environment on brownfield sites. RootsTM facilitates a structured approach to site characterisation, problem-solving, species selection and successful planting schemes. Through the structured approach it explains and interprets data and generates custom-built site-specific specifications for...
A study of chemical runoff following the use of acetamiprid as a pre-treatment and top-up spray to prevent damage from the large pine weevil (Hylobius abietis L.) to young trees was undertaken at a restock site in mid-Wales. The site was specifically selected to pose a high risk of chemical...
Greenspace as a feature of the urban landscape taking many forms, and serving many purposes
Planting a woodland
This 2018 report describes modelling and quantifying the hydrological effect of woodland planting opportunities identified in the Camowen and Drumragh catchments in Omagh, Northern Ireland using rainfall-runoff modelling techniques.
The Forestry Commission Journal was introduced as a way to communicate information on a wide range of topics which could not be communicated through ‘ordinary official channels’, and was intended to be a means of exchanging the opinions and experiences of all members of the staff. This thirty-sixth Journal includes...
Not present in UK Notifiable – see ’Report a sighting’ below Scientific name – Thaumetopoea pityocampa (T. pityocampa) Pine processionary moth (PPM) larvae, or caterpillars, are a threat to the health of pine (Pinus) and some other conifer tree species, as well as a hazard to human and animal health....
The biological diversity (or biodiversity) value of urban greenspace and practical considerations for their biodiversity management
Ecological benefits of parks and gardens in urban greenspace, with benefits and case studies