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  • Publications
    Forestry publication document

    [Archive] Journal of the Forestry Commission (No.23)
    Lead Author: Forestry Commission
    The Forestry Commission Journal was introduced as a way to communicate information on a wide range of topics which could not be communicated through ‘ordinary official channels’, and was intended to be a means of exchanging the opinions and experiences of all members of the staff. This twenty-third Journal includes information on: Lord Robinson, O.B.E; Notes […]
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    Forestry publication document

    Final report on assessment of the risk of chemical runoff following use of Gazelle SG as a pre-treatment and top-up spray in forestry
    Lead Author: Tom Nisbet
    Standard, good forestry practice measures were proven to be effective in preventing contamination of stream waters in a detailed study of acetamiprid runoff following the use of Gazelle SG as a pre-treatment and top-up spray in forestry undertaken at Esgair Gors in mid-Wales. Despite progress in the development of non-chemical methods for controlling the large pine […]
  • Tools and Resources

    Woodland microclimates and archaeological preservation

     Woodland microclimates and implications for above-groung archaeology
  • Publications
    Forestry publication document

    Ecosystem services and forest management
    Lead Author: Louise Sing
    The ecosystem services concept helps describe the benefits which humans receive from nature and natural processes in a way that can influence policy and management decision making. The ability of trees, woodlands and forests to provide a wide range of ecosystem services is very much dependent on where they are located and how they are […]
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    Enquiries

     We are always happy to receive enquiries, however due to the high volume of requests you might experience a long delay in our reply. To minimise this we have compiled a list of resources below where you might find answers to your questions without having to contact us. Many of our enquiries fall into common topic […]
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    Chemical Analysis and Laboratory

     Table of contents: Service overview Quality assurance Expertise Laboratory capabilities Costs and charges Service overview Our chemical analysis facility provides a comprehensive range of standard and specialist composition tests for inorganic analysis. Our expert staff handle samples from plants, trees, soil and water following strict quality assurance protocols. Quality assurance Our chemical analysis facility is among the top performers in Europe for plant, water […]
  • Tools and Resources

    Floodplain forestry and wet woodland

     Outline of issues relating to wet woodland and floodplain forestry establishment on sites with archaeological potential
  • Tools and Resources

    Effect of moisture content

     Moisture content in woodfuel can have a number of different effects
  • Tools and Resources

    Urban Tree Manual

     The Urban Tree Manual provides advice on selecting and procuring the right tree for the right place in urban areas. It also highlights long term issues of the threats to existing trees from pests, disease and climate change, and describes the benefits to the environment and for well-being that urban trees can provide.
  • Tools and Resources

    Short rotation coppice and energy crops

     Archaeological issues relating to SRC establishment
  • Publications
    Forestry publication document

    Protecting the environment during mechanised harvesting operations
    Lead Author: Ian R Murgatroyd
    This Technical Note provides guidance on matching harvesting systems to site conditions to reduce the risk of soil damage and water pollution. It updates some previously identified issues and describes some new techniques. Information is provided on site planning, selection of machines, brash mat construction and maintenance, forest road approaches/drainage and roadside stacking.
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    FR Environmental Policy Statement

     Forest Research works across the UK as the leading provider of applied forest and tree-related science, forestry data services, policy evidence, technical development, specialist extension services and professional training, and also collaborates internationally on tree-related research.  With reference to our business activities we will: Comply with relevant legislation.Manage our activities according to the UK Forestry Standard […]