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The UK is Victorious in the Spruce Bark Beetle Battle.
The Killer spruce bark beetle has been eradicated from all 13 outbreak sites in England identified in 2021. However, ongoing vigilance is necessary due to the increased risk associated with warmer weather. The government’s world-leading eradication programme has successfully
The Nordic Timber And Forest Industry Faces Challenges
Six of the major Nordic timber and forest industry companies posted largely challenging results for H1 2025Most companies reported declining profitability despite mixed sales performancesElevated raw materials costs, global trade uncertainties and currency volatility created significant headwinds across
New IVECO S-eWay Long Haul Electric Truck
IVECO S-eWay, the new electric heavyweight with a long-haul range of up to 600 kilometres IVECO is taking another step towards zero-emission transport with the introduction of the new S-eWay, an all-electric tractor unit. The new model is
The first hybrid-electric logging yarder
Manufacturer T-MAR Industries Ltd, based in Campbell River, has engineered and constructed the first hybrid-electric logging yarder. The first hybrid-electric logging yarder- A manufacturer based in Campbell River, which has specialised in the production of machinery for the
JCB wins $45 million contract
JCB wins $45 million contract to supply 4CX Backhoe Loaders to the United States armed forces after an extensive evaluation period. JCB wins $45 million contract-The order placed by the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) will see the JCB
Stora Enso’s billion-euro investment in renewable packaging
Stora Enso’s billion-euro investment in renewable packaging – Europe’s most modern consumer board production line inaugurated in Finland Stora Enso’s billion-euro investment in renewable packaging-The largest and most modern consumer packaging board production line in Europe was inaugurated
Spanish Wildfires-Another 500 Soldiers are Deployed
500 more soldiers join the existing 1,400 to fight Spanish Wildfires Spanish Wildfires-Spain is deploying an additional 500 soldiers to combat wildfires that have ravaged dry woodlands during an extended period of extreme heat, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez
European timber remains duty-free
European timber remains duty-free as US tariffs hit other sectors European timber remains duty-free-A major shift in EU–US trade policy has begun on August 7 2025, as the United States enforced new import tariffs on nearly all its trading partners,
Finland leads the way in forest AI and Joensuu is its lodestar
Finland leads the way in forest AI and is the only country in the world whose forests have been mapped down to every single tree, stump and stem. When there is enough data, artificial intelligence can help prevent
FAE’s New UMM/S/EX Mulcher
FAE’s New UMM/S/EX Mulcher is designed for Excavators up to 40 tons. FAE’s new UMM/S/EX Mulcher is the new top-of-the-line forestry mulcher designed for excavators up to 40 tons; particularly feller bunchers. FIND US ON The new UMM/S/EX
Greece fights wildfires while heatwave continues in southern Europe.
As Greece Fights Wildfires, Firefighters are working tirelessly to combat multiple Blazes. The brutal heatwave is causing chaos throughout southern Europe. Photo REUTERS Greece Fights Wildfires-Recent reports indicate that at least three individuals have lost their lives in
TREE Project Roll Out Another Truck
Sveaskog and VSV Unite recently commissioned the third timber truck in the TREE project, which so far is the project’s eighth vehicle in total. This autumn, four more vehicles will be launched. Sveaskog and VSV Unite recently commissioned
Farizon SV Electric Van
Geely’s commercial vehicle manufacturer Farizon will launch the Farizon SV van, which has been designed to be electric from the ground up for the European, Gulf and Asia-Pacific markets, in 2025. The Farizon SV is built on the
US Duties on Canadian Softwood rises to 35.19%
US duties on Canadian softwood lumber rose to a total of 35.19 per cent, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from political leaders and industry representatives in Canada. US Duties on Canadian Softwood-The U.S. Department of Commerce
Scotland to triple tree production with new nursery
The First Minister has today opened a new £26 million facility to help Scotland to triple tree production for its forests and woodlands. Scotland to triple tree production-The Newton Tree Nursery, near Elgin, will support Forestry and Land
Nitrogen fertilisation strengthens carbon sequestration in forests
A recent six-decade study by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) shows that nitrogen fertilisation carried out every ten years can significantly increase pine growth in nutrient-poor mineral soils. In the future, the method could be one way
$1.2B to support Canadian softwood lumber industry
Canada’s new government pledges $1.2B to support Canadian softwood lumber industry $1.2B to support Canadian softwood lumber industry- The global trade landscape has fundamentally changed. To meet this moment, Canada’s new government is developing a comprehensive industrial strategy.
New Tigercat 1055D Forwarder
New Tigercat 1055D Forwarder Lands in Europe New Tigercat 1055D Forwarder has design improvements focusing on the operator and machine configurability for a variety of CTL applications. Tigercat Industries launched the new TCi 1055D forwarder at 2025 FOREXPO
Winch Assisted Logging
Winch Assisted Logging-Tigercat is on both ends of the rope at Mecharv’s steep slope operation in AraucanÃa, Chile. Winch Assisted Logging-Mecharv S.A., based in Los Angeles, Chile, is a large harvesting contractor employing over 260 people. The operations
The Shrinking 2″x 4″, Solving the Mystery.
The Shrinking 2″×4″ Timber Sizes – The History Behind The Mystery of the decrease. The Shrinking 2″x 4″-Sue wanted to build her first DIY project – the ultimate chicken coop. When she started to build the frame, she
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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
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