Swedish Softwood Exports Plunge to 2019 Levels
Between January and May 2026, Sweden exported about 5.5 million cubic meters of sawn softwood products, the lowest volume recorded for this period since 2019.. Swedish Softwood exports of sawn…
Nordic Sawmills Struggle to Compete with Central Europe
Nordic sawmills are facing challenges in competing with the lower priced spruce from Germany and Austria. In a significant shift within the timber market, Central European producers have successfully regained…
Timber Industry Is Not Getting Better
Timber harvesting in the UK is facing several pressures at the moment, and many contractors are finding conditions increasingly difficult. The timber industry is currently maneuvering through an ever-evolving landscape…
What Insurance Do Forestry Contractors Need?
A harvester stopped by fire, a forwarder rolling on a wet bank, a member of the public struck by falling debris, or a subcontractor injured while refuelling can turn a…
Kidd Farm Machinery at the APF
Kidd Farm Machinery set to showcase its complete fencing solutions at APF 2026 Latest forestry news-Kidd Farm Machinery will be showcasing a selection of products from its WRAG and Bushpig…
Digitalisation as the key to future-oriented forestry
Digital Technology supports forest protection, monitoring and sustainable management while offering the early detection of disasters and the effects of climate change through data, sensors and AI Digitalisation is becoming…
New BMF ATV Forwarder Trailer and Crane
BMF introduce a new compact trailer and crane set up for ATV’s and smaller tractors New BMF ATV- BMF introduce a new compact forestry solution: the BMF2T1 Forestry Trailer and…
Drum Versus Disc Chipper’s
For forestry contractors, arb firms moving into biomass, estates and woodfuel yards, the wrong choice shows up quickly: inconsistent chip, excessive fines, awkward feeding, high fuel consumption or a machine…
Fire Danger Extreme
In 2026, Europe is facing a severe wildfire season, with tens of thousands evacuated and large areas of forest burned, especially in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal. Fire Danger Extreme-The…
HVO100-Pioneering the Path to a Greener Forestry
HVO100 can significantly reduce forestry’s fossil emissions – without requiring new technology. But despite clear climate benefits, the transition is slowed down by the economy and uncertain rules of the…