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…
Slovakian fire service fights forest fires with Unimog fleet.
Helping is no easy task. And not everyone is up to it. This also applies to vehicles. The Slovak Republic was one of the countries to be hit by devastating…
The spruce’s defence is governed by water and the season
The spruce’s resistance to spruce bark beetle varies over the years and season. New research shows that the effects of extreme drought can persist for several years, but that defenses…
The growing threat of wildfires
The EFRA Committee has launched a call for evidence on the growing threat posed by wildfires in the UK, to both urban and rural areas Image: Adobe Stock/James Elkington The…
Save Scotland’s Rainforest
Not all rainforest is tropical. In Scotland we have a temperate rainforest along our west coast, a habitat which is globally rare and especially precious. Not all rainforest is tropical.…
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…