Storing pesticides and weedkillers is now a major compliance headache. Is it time to hand the responsibility over to the professionals? MOST published material relating to pesticides, both scientific and in the media, focuses on negative attributes
A TRAINING fund for aspiring foresters and arborists has reopened. The Forestry and Arboriculture Training Fund (FATF) – formerly known as the Forestry Training Fund - is primarily aimed at those considering changing their careers to one in either
Building on the foundations of the 840, Alstor’s new 850 series promises to deliver when it comes to small-scale forestry. FJ travelled down to Shropshire to see the UK’s first 850 Combi in action during some Douglas fir thinning. A QUICK glance
A COUNCIL in West Yorkshire has started imposing fines in a bid to clamp down on the illegal use of domestic log burners. Wakefield Council brought in new measures in December to allow environmental health officers to issue fixed penalty notices
THE Institute of Chartered Foresters has awarded honorary fellowships to three of the sector’s leading lights. Sir Nicholas Bacon is a respected leader and advocate for plant health, biosecurity and environmental sustainability. He is the chair
