THE Forest Machine Operators Blog on Facebook was a relatively calm and peaceful place during the month of May. Then, into this tranquillity, came a question that set members’ teeth on edge. It went as follows: “If you were looking to do an
POWERHAND is delighted to showcase Terragrip, its latest forestry grapple, which has been designed to change the game. When it comes to tackling the toughest of forestry tasks, the manufacturer is positioning the Terragrip grapple as an unmatched
A number of recent studies have offered an interesting glimpse into how warming temperatures are affecting the UK’s butterfly population – and how the actions of arborists and gardeners can make a difference. CLIMATE change and the impacts of a
FORESTRY officials have told of the 'positive impact' strip felling has had on several harvesting sites in the north of Scotland. Instead of clearcutting an entire area, Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) bosses have implemented the technique for
THE chief of an investment fund behind a 700-hectare plantation in the Scottish Borders has told of his "frustration" after opponents were granted permission to challenge the plan in court. Scottish Forestry officials will have to prove they followed
Ian Millward pays tribute to one of the industry's leading figures. Roger was passionate about forestry for his entire career and his infectious enthusiasm for woodlands and trees inspired many a young forester. He never stopped championing
A new custodian is being sought for a leafy estate with forest grown from scratch on the banks of Loch Lomond. The Cashel Estate, which has been conserved and nurtured since it was established almost three decades ago, has gone on sale with an
