Europe’s forests face increasing risks
Europe’s forests are facing an increasing risk from wildfires, storms, and insect infestations. A recent study indicates that by 2100, a significant portion of Europe’s forests is projected to experience…
Bobcat, Next-Generation of Augers and Trenchers
Introducing the Bobcat next-generation of Augers and Trenchers, expanding one of the largest attachment ranges on the market Bobcat has announced the launch of new ranges of auger and trencher…
Climate Change-The financial impact for forestry in Europe
Climate change-induced wildfires, floods, heatwaves and pest outbreaks could wipe out up to €247 billion in standing timber by 2100—double today’s €115 billion estimate—unless managers completely re-examine decades-old forest practices,…
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…
Ash Trees Are Fighting Back Against Ash Dieback
Ash trees are fighting back by rapidly evolving some resistance to ash dieback disease Ash trees are fighting back, DNA sequencing shows young trees are more likely to have gene…
Stora Enso’s AI Model Accurately Detects Spruce Bark Beetle
Stora Enso’s AI model identifies damage caused by spruce bark beetles with an accuracy level that can pinpoint the condition of individual trees. Stora Enso’s AI Precision Forestry project combines…
Sitka at risk from Ips typographus bark beetle
A new study reveals the risk to Sitka spruce logs from the bark beetle, Ips typographus Ips typographus, the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle, has devastated European Norway spruce in recent…
Conifer Log Exports from Scotland’s West Coast to Ireland are stopped.
West coast conifer log exports stop due to spruce bark beetle (Ips cembrae) risk Conifer log exports from Scotland’s west coast can no longer be exported to the Republic of…
Bark Beetle Battle Continues
New action to protect against impacts of bark beetle tree pest. Woodland managers, landowners and the forestry industry are encouraged to remain vigilant as the Forestry Commission today (Wednesday 5…
Oak processionary moth – warning issued ahead of new hatching season.
Public and construction trade vigilance needed as greatest risk period for oak processionary moth (OPM) begins. Caterpillars can strip oak trees of foliage and weaken their health The public are…