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Deer management and sustainable timber: our responses
We have submitted responses to the Defra consultation on the proposed Deer Management Strategy and the Environmental Audit Committee Inquiry into Sustainable Timber and Deforestation.
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Her Majesty The Queen
The Royal Forestry Society was honoured to be represented at the State funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our President Sir James Scott was among 2,000 invited guests at Westminster Abbey.
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A passion for growing trees
Nick Cooke has combined the roles of Head Forester and Nursery Manager at the Castle Howard Estate in North Yorkshire for the past 19 years. As he retires, he is keen to encourage others to take up similar forestry careers. Growing trees, he says should be a passion.
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Robust Action on Oak Processionary Moth
New findings of the tree pest Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) have been identified in a small area of Hampshire, following enhanced plant health surveillance activity by the Forestry Commission.
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The Great Green Ribbon of Palestine
James Chapman, Founder and Trustee of GapArt and current MSc Forestry student at Bangor University, describes how trees have affected his life and career so far, as well as an exciting new international project encouraging tree planting in Palestine.
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New restrictions to tackle spruce bark beetle
The RFS is urging woodland owners to be on alert for Ips typographus - the larger eight-toothed European spruce bark beetle. The call comes as the Forestry Commission extends measures in the South East to tackle the beetle.
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Boost for Kent’s Woods and Schools
A new three-year programme of funding for Kent is all set to ignite young people’s interest in woodlands. It will also bring woodland owners and managers together to create a thriving local wood economy.
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Call for urgent action to adapt forests
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is among signatories to the 2022 Forestry and Climate Change Adaptation Accord launched today.
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From Norway Spruce to Tipi Poles
Norway spruce from the RFS Hockeridge and Pancake Woods is being used as tipi poles and flag poles around the country, thanks to the work of a small group of dedicated foresters.
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Sharing Forestry Knowledge: Managing Ash Dieback
As ash dieback continues to impact woodland across the country, the Royal Forestry Society (RFS) and the Forestry Commission are sharing the experiences of landowners and managers in managing the disease. A second volume of case studies published this month looks at sites across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Be Vigilant for Phytophthora Pluvialis
The Royal Forestry Society is urging woodland owners to check for signs of fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora pluvialis as new movement restrictions are announced in England.
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10 Ways To Celebrate The Jubilee
A four day weekend can feel too good to be true, but in case you were unsure of what to do with it, Elle came up with some suggestions for you. They range from cheap and cheerful to a bit more extravagant, and there is an option for everyone to enjoy this historic moment in time.
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Public urged to join collective action to protect plant health at Chelsea Flower Show
Government, industry and charities sign agreement committing to raising public awareness of plant health and biosecurity. The RFS and 28 other organisations with a collective membership of over seven million people to sign new Accord, as the RHS Chelsea Flower 2022 begins.
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Plant Health Week
The Royal Forestry Society is delighted to support UK Plant Health Week. Managing plant health is vital to building resilient woodland for the future.
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RFS woods part of Ancient Canopy to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
We are delighted our Hockeridge and Pancake Woods have been chosen as part of a nationwide network of 70 Ancient Woodlands to be dedicated to The Queen in celebration of the Platinum Jubilee.
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