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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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New TerraX from Clark Tracks are a game changer
Clark Tracks has released its newest product to market, TerraX, with serial production started in March 2025. After making an impact at FinnMetko 2024 and a successful pilot project, TerraX is ready to take the forestry industry by
Wildfires in Turkey Kill Ten Workers
In a tragic incident, 10 forestry and rescue workers have lost their lives while combating wildfires in Turkey. Wildfires in Turkey Kill Ten Workers-Some 24 forest workers and volunteer rescue personnel were left “trapped inside the fire” following
Forwarder Operators Required
Forwarder Operators Required by Jim Wilmer and Sons Timber Harvesting for Argyll, Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway Jim Wilmer and Sons Timber Harvesting seek experienced Forwarder Operators for the Argyll, Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway areas, Jim Wilmer
Gone in a flash, how Lightning is reshaping forests
Lightning may strike in an instant, but its ecological toll on forests lingers for years. According to a new global study published in Global Change Biology, lightning directly kills approximately 320 million trees each year — a number that
Canfor subsidiary Vida AB expands into Central Sweden
Canfor Corporation’s subsidiary, Vida AB, has announced the acquisition of AB Karl Hedin Sågverk Canfor Corporation’s subsidiary, Vida AB, has announced the acquisition of AB Karl Hedin Sågverk for SEK 1.15 billion (approximately USD 164 million) in a
Digital Tree Marking for Healthier Forests.
Digital Tree Marking Brings Efficiency to Forest Thinning Efforts Digital Tree Marking- For decades forestry crews have walked through forests with paint cans, marking individual trees by hand to indicate which ones should be removed during thinning operations.
USDA Invests $80 Million to Expand Timber Markets
USDA Invests $80 Million to Expand Timber Markets, Protect Forests and Fuel Economic Growth. Investments supports rural jobs, forest health, wildfire mitigation and energy independence USDA Invests $80 Million-U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Forest
Nighttime Aerial Firefighting Combats Canadian Wildfires
Nighttime Aerial Firefighting Expands in Canadian Wildfire Response As wildfires become more frequent and severe across Canada, new technologies are changing how fire agencies respond. Among the latest advancements is the increasing use of nighttime aerial firefighting—a strategy that
More Wood for Welsh Homes
More Wood for Welsh Homes; Wales’s inaugural Timber Industrial Strategy aims to increase the utilisation of locally sourced Sitka spruce in the production of structural timbers. More Wood for Welsh Homes; Wales aims to significantly increase the number
UK Softwood Market slows and log prices decline
UK softwood markets experienced a period of strong trading during the first two months of Q2, supported by a rise in demand that gained momentum throughout both April and May. UK softwood market enjoyed a period of strong
Powerhand EX28 Tiltrotator Grapple Saw
Powerhand EX28 Tiltrotator Grapple Saw took Centre Stage at DigDig UK’s Preston yard recently and set the stage for a machine-and-attachment combo that’s quickly earned attention for all the right reasons. Enter the Powerhand EX28 Tiltrotator Grapple Saw,
Exploring the STIHL MS 400.1
Professional Chainsaws of the Future: Exploring the STIHL MS 400.1 Exploring the STIHL MS 400.1; When it comes to selecting the right chainsaw for the job, forestry professionals are likely to consider four main components – weight, durability,
Russia’s Timber Industry is on the brink of Shutdown
Russia’s Timber Industry Faces Shutdowns Amid Sanctions, Strong Ruble and Slumping Demand Russia’s timber industry is warning of widespread production shutdowns as the sector reels from Western sanctions, declining demand and a surging ruble that has battered the
MAN TGE increases its versatility with new body variants
MAN TGE Bodies from Meiller and BE-Combi expand the range of products in the invoicing business. New “Certified Van Partner” program intensifies MAN’s cooperation with body and conversion manufacturers The TRIGENIUS three-way tipper from Meiller and the semi-trailer
New Cat® 980 GC Wheel Loader
Easy to own and operate, the new Cat® 980 GC Wheel Loader delivers high performance and low owning and operating costs Easy to own and simple to operate, the new Cat® 980 GC wheel loader is the right
Sycamore Gap tree fellers jailed
Sycamore Gap tree feller finally admits why he cut down the famous tree as a pair are jailed. The two men found guilty of cutting down the famous Sycamore Gap tree were jailed today at Newcastle Crown Court.
Russian Conflict Timber is still being imported into the EU.
Amendments to EUDR could harm EU efforts to block Russian conflict timber Russian Conflict Timber-A January 2025 Earthsight report showed that the EU had imported over €1.5 billion of illegal Russian and Belarusian birch plywood via third countries
Increased tree planting will combat climate change
A survey shows that increased tree planting has garnered strong public support for using trees to address climate change. New figures published today have revealed tremendous support for increasing tree planting to tackle climate change. In the new Public
Electric Forestry Trucks-what the hauliers think
Electric Forestry trucks are appealing due to their quiet operation and improved working conditions; however, hauliers remain cautious. A new study examines how forest hauliers evaluate technology, economics, and daily realities Photo: Astrid Bygge, Skogforsk A new study
Wood in hospitals could benefit healthcare
Using more wood in hospitals could be better than using concrete, stainless steel and plastics as it has better bacterial resistance Wood in hospitals- When you think of a hospital, you might picture materials like concrete, stainless steel,
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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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