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Forest Research, alongside the University of York, Fera Science and The Tree Council, have developed a practical, new, robust resource to help local authorities effectively measure the social and cultural values of trees in their area.
Forest Research seeks tree-growing champions to take part in follow-up survey into community tree nurseries
Forest Research runs follow-up survey to discover more about community tree nurseries.
New survey to help everyone access woodlands
A new survey aims to better understand how and why woodlands are and aren't used in England.
Success for Forest Research in UKRI Treescapes funding
Earlier this month UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) announced the successful Treescapes research bids. Forest Research has secured participation in three of the funded projects.
Newly published report collates the findings of research investigating how people visited nature and their experiences of it during the Covid-19 restrictions of 2020.
Research shows contact with nature supporting people through COVID-19
Forest Research has carried out a survey and interviews to find out if the COVID-19 restrictions of spring to early autumn 2020 led to changes in people’s interactions with trees, woodlands and wider nature. The research illustrates the important role that trees, woodlands and wider nature can play as part of people’s everyday lives and in supporting and protecting their wellbeing under the very difficult circumstances of a global pandemic.
New Voice For The Forestry Profession
Dr Helen McKay OBE FICFor has been appointed as the new Chief Forester for Scotland.
In her new role, she will provide technical and professional advice on forestry matters to Scottish...
Recently published research sheds light on the learning gained from the Active Forests Programme in England about how to encourage and sustain levels of physical activity.
How nature is helping Swedish migrants integrate
A study is underway to evaluate the use of nature and nature-based activities to help integrate migrants in Sweden and promote good health.
Research concludes payments for ecosystem services, networks and social learning could be helpful approaches to encourage woodland management
Research concludes payments for ecosystem services, networks and social learning could be helpful approaches to encourage woodland management
Understanding the contribution of forests to human health and well-being
Fun and fitness in the forest
Active Forest Evaluation
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