Merry Christmas from the Institute President
Over the last two difficult years, so many people have been taking refuge through trees and woodlands. We are the people who manage those woodlands but there simply aren’t enough of us. We are busier than ever, and it’s easy to forget, but we’ve got to share the message that working with trees is a […]
New controls to stop the spread of bark beetle tree pest
After the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle, Ips typographus, was discovered earlier this year in Kent following routing plant health surveillance, additional measures have been introduced to prevent the spread in Kent and East Sussex. Building on existing restrictions in the area, a new notice will come into force on Wednesday 22 December that includes the […]
Update on Storm Arwen
Last month’s Storm Arwen caused significant damage to trees and woodlands across the UK, particularly in Scotland and North England. The sector is currently assessing the wider impact and are beginning to make plans to restore the areas affected by the storm. The Forestry Commission have stressed the importance of seeking professionals who are trained […]
