New research published in Nature finds that conservative tree species, such as firs and holm oaks, store more carbon in challenging environments than previously thought.
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Forest Research has published new research investigating the risk of Ips typographus colonising Sitka spruce in Great Britain, revealing its potential as a breeding host.
Forest Research is seeking woodland and forest managers to participate in a study examining how climate change adaptation is integrated into management plans.
Forestry and timber businesses across the UK are being asked to take part in an annual survey programme to collect data about the UK timber industry.
New publication summarises current evidence on the impact of woodland management and creation on biodiversity, ecosystem resilience, and key environmental benefits.
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.
Imagine a job where every day is different, where science meets policy, and where your work makes a real impact. Mariella Marzano, Principal Social Scientist, tells us why she loves her role at Forest Research.
Matt Wilkinson explains how Forest Research's NCEA Programme is leading the way by using cutting-edge science to assess and protect England's ecosystems.
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.
Detection dogs have been used in the UK to successfully identify tree disease, helping track down the deadly tree pathogen Phytophthora ramorum.
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.
Overview Woodland creation and management deliver a wide range of environmental benefits. The extent of those benefits is determined by…
Lead Author: Joe Beesley
Overview Trees and woodlands benefit the water environment in a number of ways. They protect aquatic habitats and species, preserve…
Overview This tree species guide provides an overview of the physical characteristics, environmental tolerances, silvicultural characteristics, and ecosystem services and…
Overview What leads some farmers to dramatically increase the number of trees on their land? What role do social and…
Lead Author: Maddy Pearson
Overview This In Brief summarises a report on future timber prices and price elasticities of demand for emerging species and…
Lead Author: Robert Hattersley
Overview This In Brief summarises our recently published Research Report, which explored the issues that matter to cereal farmers in…
Lead Author: Grace van der Wielen
Overview This Research Report explores the issues that matter to cereal farmers in England in relation to trees and tree…
Lead Author: Grace van der Wielen
Overview The overall aim of the review is to explore whether there is sufficient evidence to understand relationships between these…
Lead Author: Nadia Barsoum
Overview This publication summarises a study into the main physical and mechanical properties of eight lesser planted forestry species in…
Lead Author: Andrew Price
Overview This article, published in the Journal of Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGjournal), outlines the work of the Welsh Plant…
Lead Author: Racheal Lee
Overview This booklet contains a summary of statistics about woodland and forestry and includes sections on woodland area, timber and…
Work at the cutting-edge of environmental science research with Forest Research, Great Britain’s leading organisation for forestry and tree-related research.
Author(s): Elliot Colley, Emma Hinton, Nora Kerecsenyi, Darren Moseley, Liz O'Brien
Author(s): Nadia Barsoum
Author(s): Rosie Brook, Tom Nisbet, Gregory Valatin, Romany Vassell
Author(s): Liz O'Brien
Author(s): Catia Arcangeli, Gary Kerr, Victoria Stokes
Author(s): Matt Parratt, Caroline Gorton, Richard Whittet
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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.