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The reference standard for sustainable forest management in the UK. The UKFS applies to all woodland in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, irrespective of who owns or manages it.

The National Forest Inventory (NFI) programme monitors woodland and trees within Great Britain. It includes the most in depth survey carried out on Britain’s woodlands to date.

We produce statistics on a wide range of topics related to forestry.

Our trees are under threat from a range of pests and diseases. This page provides links to many of the tree pest and disease resources available from our website.

Ecological Site Classification (ESC) is a web-based decision support system to help forest managers and planners select tree species that are ecologically suited to particular sites.

Ash dieback is a highly destructive disease of ash trees (Fraxinus species), especially the United Kingdom’s native ash species, common ash (Fraxinus excelsior).

The caterpillars (larvae) of oak processionary moth (OPM) are pests of oak trees (trees in the Quercus genus), and a hazard to human and animal health.

Phytophthora ramorum is a highly destructive, algae-like organism called a water mould. It causes extensive damage and death to more than 150 plant species, including some forest species.

Acute oak decline is an emerging disease of oak trees which was first observed in the UK late in the 20th century. It can kill oak trees within four to six years of the onset of symptoms.

You first need to calculate the total area of your forest and the area covered by each species. This may be available from inventory data or you might need to carry out a forest survey.

Deprived groups may experience differential access to greenspaces and associated services, which may be detrimental to their well-being.

Approximate lifecycle carbon emissions of a number of different fuels for heating, transport and power.