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Welcome to our September newsletter! Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive roundup of the latest news in forestry and used logging equipment and accessories for sale.
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A Northumbrian spruce among 150 million set for Westminster
A very special Northumbrian spruce Christmas tree is about to set off on a 330-mile trip as it becomes one of the most iconic symbols of the festive season. A striking Northumbrian spruce, standing at a height of
Forests fit for the future – government funding announced for new forest research
Healthy and resilient woodlands supported through new £16 million government funding UK research into climate and pest resilient woodlands is set to boosted today with the announcement of £16 million government funding for our world-leading forest scientists. Our
Forest Live announces Tom Jones and Becky Hill shows
Forest Live announces Tom Jones and Becky Hill shows The summer concert series Forest Live, presented by Forestry England, has announced British musical legend Tom Jones and pop queen Becky Hill as the latest stars to perform shows in
K D Ferguson Ltd: Keeping it in the family
K D Ferguson Ltd: Keeping it in the family After 32 years of contracting in timber harvesting, Alistair Ferguson, AG Ferguson, decided enough was enough, and it was finally time to call it a day. One of his
The North Tyne Truck Run
This year The North Tyne Truck Run will be raising money for the Great North Air Ambulance and Santa’s Little Helpers. Santa’s little Helpers North Tyne helps local families that are struggling this Christmas with food and gifts
Action to support Scotland’s rainforest
Action to support Scotland’s rainforest The Scottish Government has made £1 million of Forestry Grant Scheme funding available this year to support projects that help restore and expand Scotland’s rainforest area. The rainforest area in Scotland is found
Euroforest- Senior Harvesting Manager Required
Senior Harvesting Manager required for the Scottish Borders and Northumberland district Euroforest is the UK’s largest independent timber harvesting & marketing company. We harvest and market in excess of 2.7 million m³ of sustainable timber per annum. We
Hitachi Construction Machinery Launch New Forestry Excavator
Hitachi Construction Machinery Launch New Forestry Excavator Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) is launching the new ZX135USL-7 forestry excavator. Designed for a variety of applications such as logging, log felling, loading and digging, it perfectly meets the
Forestry leaders must collaborate to improve public perception about the sector
Forestry leaders must band together to change public attitudes to spruce trees and commercial forestry, conference delegates heard at the launch of an industry report yesterday (22Nov). The call came as experts from Tilhill – the UK’s leading forestry services
Driving Change: Electric sideloaders loading electric timber trucks
Two of the key issues facing the timber industry, decarbonisation and challenging market conditions, coalesce when considering logistics practices and machinery. Environmental factors have undoubtedly driven the electrification of equipment, spurred on by the sector’s championing of sustainable
West Pluscarden Estate For Sale
An attractive block of bare land and woodland in a beautiful setting with a variety of future uses including forestry, natural capital projects, conservation and bio-diversity enhancement, farming or the creation of a compact amenity or sporting estate
Volvo FH Electric wins “Truck of the Year 2024” award
Volvo Trucks has scooped the prestigious industry award for its Volvo FH Electric. It’s the first time ever that an electric truck wins the award. Volvo’s heavy electric truck, the Volvo FH Electric, has been selected as International
National Tree Cover Expansion Survey Seeks Land Manager Views
National Tree Cover Expansion Survey Seeks Land Manager Views A national survey has been launched to understand the views of land managers on different approaches to tree cover expansion choices. The survey, being conducted by Reheat, builds on
First wooden satellite in space
NASA and Japan to launch world’s 1st wooden satellite as soon as 2024 The magnolia wood LignoSat is an attempt to make space junk biodegradable. NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) are planning to launch the
Ancient Europe was not densely forested
For decades, we believed that Ancient Europe was mostly covered by dense forest before the arrival of modern humans. A new study shows that there was far more open and semi-open vegetation than conventionally expected. A new research
Best Utility Tractor for 2024
Best Utility Tractor award 2024 at Agrotechnica goes to the McCORMICK X5 After voting, the jury awarded the prize to the Italian tractor manufacturer McCORMICK X5.120 P3-DRIVE It is powered by an F36 engine manufactured by FPT Industrial,
Anne-Marie announces Forest Live 2024 shows
Forest Live, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England, has announced that Anne-Marie is the latest star to perform at its 2024 shows, taking place in unique forest settings next summer. Anne-Marie will be performing at Sherwood Pines, Cannock Chase and Westonbirt
Utilising forest waste for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
UK Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry goes from forest waste to new heights with £53 million boost Advanced Fuel Fund winning projects will help create up to 10,000 green jobs by 2035 and enhance the economy by around
New Volvo Trucks Apprentice Training Centre opens its doors
Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland has officially opened its new Apprentice Training Centre. The manufacturer is investing more than £300,000 in the facility, located within Remit Training’s Automotive Academy, in Derby. The move underlines Volvo Trucks’ commitment to
How to care for your Christmas Tree
Special fire safety precautions need to be taken when keeping a living tree in a home. As time goes by, fresh Christmas trees gradually lose moisture, which increases their flammability. A burning tree can rapidly fill a room
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About Forest Machine Magazine-Forestry News
Forest Machine Magazine is a dedicated online hub for forestry news that keeps you updated with the latest information covering all aspects of forestry.
We feature current forestry news, the latest equipment, and interesting stories about the people and companies involved in ground preparation, road building and maintenance, planting, thinning, harvesting, extraction, timber haulage, sawmilling, and wood processing.
Our editor, Rab Easton, is a second-generation forestry professional with nearly 50 years of hands-on experience. He has worked on harvesting contracts throughout the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the USA. He began his career as a chainsaw operator with the Forestry Commission, where he earned his forester qualifications but chose to pursue timber harvesting instead of management. He also qualified as a Forest Machine Operator Instructor, training the next generation of operators at Barony College in Parkgate, near Dumfries.
Being a part of the forest industry and being known by the people and contractors within it has been a huge asset to Forest Machine Magazine, as it has opened doors that remain closed to others.
In the nine years since its establishment, Forest Machine Magazine has built a network of highly experienced operators who provide reliable feedback when trialling equipment and accessories in real conditions.
Rab’s wife, Wendy, was initially a tree surgeon who worked at Canterbury Cathedral before transitioning to horticulture and specialising in plant propagation. She has played an instrumental role in Forest Machine Magazine, managing client relationships, photography, graphic design, and maintaining the website.
We made the decision this year for the website, monthly newsletter and our social media pages to be our sole outlets for information about current events, equipment, and features, allowing us to publish instantly rather than adhering to deadlines
Written by loggers for loggers, forestry is not just a job but a way of life.
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