Free Integrating Trees Network farm visit! 🌳 🐑 Walking and Talking - exploring the benefits of trees for big and wee beasts Join Andy and Debbie Duffus on their 1540 ha beef and sheep hill farm on Wednesday 2 October, 10am – 1pm. You will hear about their recent venture into woodland creation and plans for riparian planting as well as a discussion around the objectives, challenges and benefits to planting trees. A speaker from Scottish Forestry will be there to answer questions around funding and we’ll also be joined by a speaker from the Spey Catchment Initiative. Book your free place: https://lnkd.in/gWVvF3Ua #FarmWoodland #Farming #TreePlanting #Forestry #Farm #Trees
Scottish Forestry
Government Administration
Edinburgh, Scotland 10,611 followers
Supporting sustainable forestry in Scotland.
About us
Scottish Forestry is the Scottish Government agency responsible for forestry support, policy and regulation. BRAVE values are the roots that underpin Scottish Forestry, to create a workplace where our staff, and the people we work with, feel valued, supported and respected. Be professional, Respect others, Act with honesty and integrity, Value teamwork and collaboration and Encourage innovation and creativity. We use LinkedIn to share news and new jobs but are unlikely to be in a position to answer many queries via social media platforms. Please feel free to get in touch via our website's 'Contact Us' page, or by using the links on individual job application forms.
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https://linktr.ee/scottishforestry
External link for Scottish Forestry
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2019
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Primary
231 Corstorphine Road
Edinburgh, Scotland EH12 7AT, GB
Employees at Scottish Forestry
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Pat Snowdon
Head of Economics and Woodland Carbon Code at Scottish Forestry
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Andrew Macdonald
Drone Operator and 360 Virtual Tour creator at Exhibit Scotland
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Cameron Edwards
Digital and Web Content Manager at Scottish Forestry
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cameron maxwell
Conservator, Scottish Forestry, Perth & Argyll Conservancy
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This weekend is the Logie Timber Festival where over 50 exhibitors will be displaying along with a top notch programme of workshops. The event will be celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and community. You can explore handmade products, savour delicious food, and enjoy live music. And if you feel energetic you can try your hand at axe throwing, archery, and green woodwork. There's a large programme of activities on offer which Scottish Forestry is working with a range of partners on. This includes an introductory talk on the #WoodlandCarbonCode on Saturday morning. You can see our full programme if you scroll down the page on this link: https://lnkd.in/dGfGs8p6 Two very popular workshops have limited spaces so you will need to book in advance: Try Your Hand at Log Grading Come along and try your hand at spotting the best quality timber. Learn how to grade logs for different uses and qualities. These free, friendly and fun sessions are designed to give you an introduction to the techniques involved and is suitable for all levels of timber knowledge from beginners onwards. The sessions will be delivered by ASHS (Association of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers) To Book: https://lnkd.in/eHymTZ2U Try Martelloscope Martelloscope is a new app designed to improve forestry planning. Darnaway Wood (10 mins from Logie Festival) is one of the Martelloscope Demonstration Plots. The sessions will be led by Prof. Ted Wilson (Silvaculture Research International). Participants will be collected from the Scottish Forestry Marquee at Logie Timber Festival (Logie Estate Steading) and transported to and from Darnaway Wood within the 2 hour time slot. To book: https://lnkd.in/eXXVeDhM #Logietimberfestival #festival #forestry #event
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Both Scottish Forestry and Ireland’s Department of Agriculture are working collaboratively together on precautionary forestry measures following the finding of three Ips cembrae beetles (commonly known as the large larch bark beetle) in a trap in Passage West port in Cork. Until further investigations have been carried out, a precautionary pause is now in place preventing all conifer timber with bark on being transported to Ireland from Scotland’s west coast Pest Free Area. Full story: https://lnkd.in/eHiAXxHF #treehealth #shipping #beetle #forestry #conifer Confor: Confederation of Forest Industries (UK) Scottish Land & Estates
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A very informative morning spent with Moray Council's Councillors who were finding out more about the contribution the forestry sector makes to the local economy as they prepare their own woodland strategy. We had some superb talks and visits to James Jones & Sons Ltd at Mosstodloch and with Will Anderson at Seafield Estate. Many thanks to all those who were involved. Scottish Forestry's Grampian Conservancy was very pleased to get everyone together. #teameffort #forestry #economy #woodlandstrategy #engagement
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Make sure to book your place on the next joint Scottish Forestry / Institute of Chartered Foresters webinar to help you understand climate chnage projections and affects on forestry. The event, on 3 September, is open to anyone - you don't need to be an ICF member and it's FREE! 👇 👇 👇
The next webinar in our Resilience Knowledge Exchange series with Scottish Forestry is taking place one week today. Understanding Climate Change Projections 🗓️ 3 September ⌚️ 13:00 - 14:00 Speakers: Stephen Bathgate, David Edwards, Tim Gordon-Roberts MICFor and Dr Mike Perks. Book a free place today: https://lnkd.in/ePTrSydY
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We've got a cracking #IntegratingTreesNetwork event lined up for you on Tuesday 10th Sept. There's a site visit to the Barbour's family farm at Mains of Fincastle in the afternoon where you can see first hand how they have integrated trees into the farming business. They have a wealth of experience over many years so you can chat over all aspects of farming and forestry. The farm visit is in the afternoon but before that we have Prof Davy McCracken from the SRUC giving a talk about growing trees into the farming landscape, followed by an open discussion. It is shaping up to be a really useful double header event so if you want to come to either or both the events on the day - please book early before all place go. Booking here:https://lnkd.in/excart3z #event #farming #forestry #livestock #cattle #trees #woodland #productivity
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Take advantage of a very user friendly way of getting to grips with the new UKFS…..the e-learning programme. 👇 👇
Whether you are just starting out in the sector or an experienced professional, the new fifth edition of the UK Forestry Standard will be essential reading. The new UKFS e-learning programme helps bring the standard to life, breaking the content down into more accessible chunks, interspersed by videos and interactive elements. Keith Wishart FICFor, Scottish Forestry Conservator for Central Scotland, said: “I would thoroughly recommend that experienced foresters and those early on in their professional careers take advantage of this e-learning that’s available. There’s a lot to take in on version five of the UKFS but this new e-learning programme is making it more accessible and user friendly. It’s a great way to raise standards in our profession and increase learning opportunities for a wider range of people.” Sign up today to access the course content in your own time and in your own way: https://lnkd.in/giBNy-4N
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Scottish Forestry is co-funding this interesting #PHD opportunity with University of Glasgow and Sonichem. There are a number of research areas to explore. We are particularly keen to see the PhD carried out as it will contribute to our on-going work to maximise the value of wood fibre in forests of the future, as well as potentially creating novel, sustainable products to support and advance decarbonisation ambitions across a wide range of sectors. More info and where to apply here 👇 👇 👇
PhD in Chemistry - Bridging the Gap Between Biomass and Sustainable Chemicals Markets for bio-derived products that displace petrochemical alternatives continues to grow as consumers and businesses demand greener, more sustainable products, and producers seek to reduce their carbon footprints and environmental impacts. This project, which has been developed through collaboration between University of Glasgow, Sonichem and Scottish Forestry will explore new value for wood fibre through two key pathways: 1. Assessing and characterising various types of woody biomass from different tree species and from different locations and harvest periods to see what impact these factors have on lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose properties. 2. Working with Sonichem to investigate the fractionation of various biomass streams using their patented ultrasonic fractionation technology and exploring the chemical properties of the products. Overall, this project will deliver real-world impacts with the aim of replacing fossil-derived chemicals with sustainable, renewable, high-performance bio-derived alternatives. For more details and to register interest: https://lnkd.in/de8x27XJ #circulareconomy #circularbioeconomy #industrialbiotechnology #appliedchemistry #polymerchemistry #forestry #pleaseshare
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This very much applies to woodland owners and professionals in Scotland too - please get involved in this Forest Research study about public access to woodland. 👇 👇 👇
Woodland owners and forestry professionals – let us know what you think about public access to woodland. 🌳🌲 Woodland access offers people a range of tangible benefits from enhanced wellbeing to a stronger connection with nature. FR and the Sylva Foundation are currently conducting the British Woodlands Survey 2024 funded by Defra’s Nature for Climate Fund. FR’s Peter van-Velzen explains why he’s filled out the survey and thinks you should to. 📅 Deadline: end of August. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euMpswCF Institute of Chartered Foresters | Confor: Confederation of Forest Industries (UK) | Small Woods Association | The Tree Council
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Don't miss out on this double header from the Integrating Trees Network on Tues 10 Sept! 1. The morning with SRUC's expert Davy McCracken at Blair Atholl village hall to hear about growing trees and then an open discussion. 2. The afternoon is a visit to The Balfour family's Mains of Fincastle farm to see how they have integrated tree into their business. More info and booking: 👇 👇 👇
📢Free Integrating Trees Network event📢 Your farm's future: An option and opportunity? Why and how trees can benefit your business. ➡ Blair Atholl Village Hall, Tuesday 10th September - 10:30am - 3pm. Join us for an informative and engaging day exploring how trees can benefit your farming business now and in the future. Booking ➡️: https://lnkd.in/ee6cr-4H * You’ll first hear from Davy McCracken (SRUC) who will share his practical experience on how trees have a role in the future of our farms. * We'll then hold an open discussion where you can share and hear how others plan to feature trees in their plans for building a resilient agricultural business. * In the afternoon the Barbour family will introduce us to their family farm, Mains of Fincastle - a 540 Ha organic beef and sheep hill farm in Perthshire. You’ll learn how the family have successfully planted trees as part of their farm business, and: - get a better grasp of the planting process - see some of the challenges the family faced - hear first-hand about the multiple benefits #integratingtrees has brought them And there are many benefits, be it: - shelter and shade for livestock - increased productivity - reduced costs - a reliable income stream - increased carbon capture - richer biodiversity on the land The Barbour family will also share their plans for future integration of trees on the farm, and building further resilience into their farming system. * A speaker from Scottish Forestry will also be on-hand to answer your questions on funding and the first steps to woodland creation. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided! Book your free place here: ➡️: https://lnkd.in/ee6cr-4H If you'd like to find out a little more about the Integrating Trees Network and its hosts, then hop on to the Scottish Forestry website: All about the integrating trees network: ➡️:https://lnkd.in/e2rP3WGH #integratingtrees = transformative!
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