Congratulations to Peter Stewart and colleagues on a new publication exploring #pest and disease occurence in UK #treescapes, identifying drivers of pest and disease burdens such as #deforestation and differences in drivers of disease between broadleaf trees and conifers ๐ณ๐ฒ doi.org/10.1111/gcb....
Fabulous set of resources and access to the verbatim theatre play too. Of interest? - @theicf.bsky.social @royalforestrysoc.bsky.social @iufro.bsky.social @forestresearchuk.bsky.social @uofstirling-bes.bsky.social
Table with forest related objects and in distance the lead researcher introducing the website resources to room of people
Great to see launch of extensive resources (for teachers, communities, professionals) from the verbatim theatre โThree Words for Forestโ - a play exploring uncertainty in a time of climate crisis.
threewordsforest.org.uk
Congrats @deeheddon.bsky.social and colleagues
@uktreescapes.bsky.social
๐ฉโ๐ฌHappy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
IUFRO fosters a diverse global community of forest scientists where every voice matters, because we are convinced that equity and inclusion drive better science.
Letโs connect and move forward together!
#ForestScience #WomenInScience
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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the International Union of Forest Research Organisations (IUFRO) is hosting their 3rd Annual Women in Science webinar series. ๐ฒโจ
๐ Register online: www.iufro.org/events/3rd-a...
#InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience #WomeninSTEM
How much temperate rainforest could there be in the UK and Ireland, and where? Despite campaigns calling for restoration in both countries, these questions have been difficult to answer. In our new paper we assess the evidence base ๐๐งช๐๐ณ๐ฒ 1/9
Only two days left to apply for the post of Field Station Manager with Forest Research - based at either Roslin or Elgin this is a great opportunity to lead a fantastic team!
Looking for #biodiversity events to attend in 2026? Check out CircHive site and learn more about BEEHive, a platform for people interested in using biodiversity footprinting & natural capital accounting methods.
https://circhive.eu/circhive/article/circhive%27s-guide-to-biodiversity-events-in-2026-
Weโre delighted to announce Paul Brannen and Professor Peter Bonfield OBE have been awarded Honorary Fellowships, recognising their outstanding leadership in sustainable forestry, timber and climate action.
Read more: charteredforesters.org/paul-brannen...
My time on the "Expert Committee on Forest Science" is coming to an end, and the Committee is now recruiting for an experienced forestry sector person to take my place.
I am very much not an academic or a scientist, and I've thoroughly enjoyed my time on the Committee.
Iโve been appointed as a Non-Executive Commissioner to the Forestry Commission. Very much looking forward to this additional role given more wood in more buildings is predicated on planting and felling more trees.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
โTimber! How wood can help save the world from climate breakdownโ.
Now on its fourth print run in 18 months. Still time to order for Xmas.
www.waterstones.com/book/timber/...
๐BES member and Scottish Policy Group founder @ruth-j-mitchell.bsky.social shares the wonderful world of nature's own special Christmas tree ornaments in today's Scotsman
www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
2025 is almost over and what a year it has been for
@forest-protection.bsky.social! Here are just a few of our key highlights:
๐ณ Phase 2 of our research programme kicked off in the spring, with 17 new research projects being funded by #Defra.
@forestresearchuk.bsky.social @rbgkew.bsky.social
๐ฑ #WoodYou believe a forest could change the world?
Here are 6๏ธโฃ ways sustainable wood is quietly and powerfully shaping life for the better ๐
#GrowTheSolution #CPForests #SW4SW
On a frosty November day, members of our Scots pine tree breeding team set off for the Borders โ๏ธ
Their mission? Collecting pine cones for vital genetic research ๐งฌ
You can read all about their fieldwork in our latest blog: www.forestprotection.uk/2025/12/16/s... ๐
@forestresearchuk.bsky.social
New forestry film promoted by @fao.org
"Imagine using wood in clothes, as a replacement for concrete and steel in buildings, to make clothing, and even to produce biodegradable satellites." #PositiveForestry
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxHt...
โAre you ready for the ๐๐จ๐๐ฅ๐ข ๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ต ๐ช๐ถ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ6?
๐๐ผThe 10th International Wind and Trees Conference will be hosted by the IUFRO Working Party 8.03.036,
๐at Matsumoto City, Japan
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from 15-18 September 2026.
โก๏ธFor more information visit: windandtrees2026.wordpress.com
New guidance is available to help local authorities understand the social & cultural values people hold for trees.
Partnership with @thetreecouncil.bsky.social @yorkuniversity.bsky.social
#FeraScience Funded by #DefraGovUK Future Proofing Plant Health Programme.
More info: ow.ly/tMJi50XBIMA
The Scottish Forestry Trust recently supported Bangor University student, Sarah Wild in attending the International Association of Wildland Fireโs conference in Calgary, 20-23 October 2025, to present a poster of her Master's research. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/de...
โ๏ธ Travelling during the holidays? Donโt risk bringing back plant and animal products that may be contaminated. ๐ฆ
Watch our animation to understand how contaminated products could cause disease spread in Great Britain. โก๏ธ youtu.be/D1lzg1x7gH4
My latest Press & Journal column
Illuminated tree at RBGE with lights following roots, trunk and branches
Light trails from root to trunk to branches on illuminated tree at RBGE
Great to see the trees of @thebotanics.bsky.social in a whole new light tonight! Imagining those pathways for water and nutrients!
Applications are open for the 2025/26 Young Professional Forestersโ Exchange Programme ๐
๐๏ธ3-month paid international placement (June-Aug 2026)
๐ฐยฃ3,000 bursary
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Open to ICF members aged 30 or under
Applications close on 16 January 2026 ๐ charteredforesters.org/what-we-do/y...
Excellent article - and also came to my notice via a recommendation from a family friend in the USA!
Really good example of the potential for โNTFPโ (non timber forest products) - historically the fluffy seeds from Kapok (Ceiba Pentandra) have been used for a wide range of uses, including life jackets.
rnli.org/about-us/our...
The Scottish Forestry Trust is proud to have once again supported the Association of Applied Biologists' Travel Grants for early-career professionals attending the Creating Canopies II Conference. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
The Trust's Executive Director, Dr Stuart Glen is attending both days of the conference. Please say hello, especially if you're interested in learning more about the funding we have available for forestry research, education, and training. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
Planning to travel outside the UK? โ๏ธ
Donโt risk bringing back restricted animal and plant products, such as pork or seeds, as they could host harmful pathogens.
EPIC and @planthealthscot.bsky.social produced an animation showing the risks: youtu.be/92y4gdX5-Ms
