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    [Archive] Forestry practice publications (1997)

    leaflet with information about Forestry practice publications

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    [Archive] Poplar and willow varieties for short rotation coppice

    Lead Author: Paul Tabbush

    This information note has been withdrawn due to disease problems with some varieties. Interim information – Tree death in poplar plantations – is available to download from this page.

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    [Archive] An update on nursery propagation and establishment best practice for larch in Britain

    Lead Author: Mike Perks

    This Information Note summarises the results of a series of experiments, including a synthesis of data from previous Forest Research publications, to provide information regarding recent advances in propagation of hybrid larch using cutting production systems.

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    [Archive] Plant communities and soil seed banks in broadleaved–conifer mixtures on ancient woodland sites in lowland Britain

    Lead Author: Richard Ferris

    A survey of the ground flora in lowland plantations on ancient woodland sites highlighted its impoverished nature in the majority of stands compared to ancient semi-natural woodlands (ASNW) on similar site types. Within all sites, the crop species and planting arrangement significantly affected the composition and extent of the ground-...

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    [Archive] Creating new native woodlands: turning ideas into reality

    Two new native woodland demonstrations were established within the National Forest using some of the principles described in Forestry Commission Bulletin 112.

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    [Archive] Forests of central and southern Scotland

    Lead Author: Herbert L. Edlin

    The region covered by this Booklet is the southern third of Scotland, from the headwaters of the Tay in Perthshire, down to the Border. It holds the two great cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, the widespread industries that have been built up over the central coalfields, the richest farmlands and...

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    Wood properties and uses of Scots pine in Britain

    Lead Author: Paul Mclean

    This Report collates and synthesises research into the production and use of Scots pine timber in Great Britain, drawing where necessary and for comparative purposes on sources from the European continent where Scots pine is better characterised and used in a wider range of applications.

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    [Archive] Deforesting and restoring peat bogs: a review

    Lead Author: Russell Anderson

    Afforestation affects bogs by triggering physical, chemical and biological changes within the environment. The primary purpose of bog restoration is to re-create wildlife habitat. This Technical Paper addresses the case for restoration, the basic principles that should be considered, the special case of cracked peat, and results from and practical...

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    [Archive] The use of treeshelters: 1992 survey

    Lead Author: Gary Kerr

    The correct use of treeshelters is important to ensure successful and rapid early establishment of young trees. Almost 200 sites were surveyed with the object of comparing actual usage of treeshelters with the recommendations (see FC Handbook 7). Effective weed control is essential with use of treeshelters. Height of treeshelters...

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    Export certification

    Lead Author: Forestry Commission

    Pests and diseases can be carried on plants and trees, seeds, wood and wood products including wooden packaging material and isolated bark. They may also be carried on vehicles and machinery where they have not been properly cleaned and are carrying soil or plant debris. If you intend to export...

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    Managing woodlands and their mammals

    Lead Author: Chris P Quine

    Proceedings of a symposium on ‘Managing woodlands and their mammals’ organised jointly by The Mammal Society and the Forestry Commission. The aim of the meeting was to bring mammalogists and foresters together to review knowledge, foster understanding and enhance cooperation between enthusiastic groups interested in the welfare of the British...