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    [Archive] Monitoring of forest condition in Great Britain – 1989

    Lead Author: J.L. Innes
    The results of the 1989 forest condition monitoring programme are presented. A total of 7436 trees were assessed, with the species being restricted to Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis), Norway spruce (P. abies), Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris), oak (Quercus spp.) and beech (Fagus sylvatica). Crown condition is now assessed on the basis of a variety of […]
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    [Archive] Forests and surface water acidification

    Lead Author: T.R. Nisbet
    This Bulletin reviews the evidence for a suggested forest effect in the acidification of surface waters in Great Britain. Acid deposition from the atmosphere within susceptible areas of Britain has affected fresh water flora and fauna, causing the decline and in some instances the complete loss of fish populations. Currently there is a debate about […]
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    [Archive] Classification and presentation of softwood sawlogs

    Lead Author: Forestry Commission
    These recommendations are agreed by Forest Enterprise, the British Timber Merchants' Association, and the UK Softwood Sawmillers Association. The normal practice of the Forestry Commission will be to classify parcels of sawlogs offered for sale into four categories: green, red, short green, and log pole, for which descriptions are given. The FC aims to maximise […]
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    [Archive] The timbers of farm woodland trees

    Lead Author: J.D. Brazier
    Farmers are being encouraged to grow trees on surplus agricultural land as part of government policy effected through the Farm Woodland Scheme. The efficient production of timber is profitable, providing raw material for industry, yet it does not preclude other important objectives such as landscape design, amenity considerations, game management and wildlife conservation. The production […]
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    [Archive] Trends in forestry research 1982-1988

    Lead Author: D.A. Burdekin
    Increasing interest in forestry in Britain has followed the search for alternative land uses to agriculture and the growing importance of conservation. Research requirements have adapted to this new situation. This Occasional Paper looks at recent trends and seeks to ask whether resources are reasonably matched to requirements. At least seven public agencies are engaged […]
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    [Archive] Forest nursery herbicides (1989)

    Lead Author: D.R. Williamson
    In this Occasional paper information is given on the application of forest nursery herbicides. Much of this information is based on Forestry Commission trials. A brief description of the types of herbicide is given followed by information on the various herbicides which can be used at the different growth stages of forest nursery stock.Note: This […]
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    [Archive] Monitoring of forest condition in the United Kingdom – 1988

    Lead Author: J.L. Innes
    The condition of forests in the United Kingdom is monitored through two projects undertaken by the Forestry Commission. The first, referred to throughout this publication as the long-term monitoring project, was started in 1984. It was developed in response to a growing concern that air pollution might be affecting the condition of trees in Britain. […]
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    [Archive] History of Brandon Central Depot (Volume 1) 1946 – 1988

    Lead Author: Forestry Commission
    A history of Brandon Central Depot containing the following sections – introduction and acknowledgements, the site, buildings, staff, harvesting in the forest, pole supply – input, products and markets, operations and processes, organisation and management, administration, redevelopment, closure.
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    [Archive] History of Brandon Central Depot (Volume 2) 1946 – 1988

    Lead Author: Forestry Commission
    Appendices to the history of Brandon Central Depot
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    [Archive] Land capability for forestry in South-West Scotland

    Lead Author: G. Hudson
    The land capability classification for forestry is based on an assessment of the degree of limitation imposed by the physical factors of soil, topography and climate on the growth of trees and on silvicultural practices. The principal tree species considered are those broadleaves and conifers commonly grown in Britain, and the classification assumes a skilled […]
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    [Archive] Land capability for forestry in Western Scotland

    Lead Author: D.J. Henderson
    The land capability classification for forestry is based on an assessment of the degree of limitation imposed by the physical factors of soil, topography and climate on the growth of trees and on silvicultural practices. The principal tree species considered are those broadleaves and conifers commonly grown in Britain, and the classification assumes a skilled […]
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    [Archive] Land capability for forestry in South-East Scotland

    Lead Author: F.T. Dry
    The land capability classification for forestry is based on an assessment of the degree of limitation imposed by the physical factors of soil, topography and climate on the growth of trees and on silvicultural practices. The principal tree species considered are those broadleaves and conifers commonly grown in Britain, and the classification assumes a skilled […]