Share your thoughts and experiences on novel forest tree species
As part of a number of developments to the SilviFuture network we have added a facility to allow people to share their thoughts and experiences on novel forest tree species.
Major updates to the myForest service
We’re pleased to annouce the launch of two major updates to the myForest service. The management planning template that links with Forestry Commission England is now live, and we have completely updated the mapping tools to create a simple yet fully functional online GIS.
Good Woods supports biodiversity in North Wessex Downs AONB
Good Woods visits to a cluster of small ancient woodlands in West Berkshire have helped four woodland owners address the issues associated with bringing small ecologically-rich woodlands back into management.
Update on Forestry and Woodlands Policy Statement
Forestry Commission England have released an update, one year on, from its policy statement released in 2013. The Good Woods initiative was highlighted as one of the achievements by the sector.
Free access to research paper about T10Q project
Enjoy free access to a research paper about the T10Q project, which Sylva supported, investigating how the knowledge base for forestry matches stakeholder’s needs
Pre-order The New Sylva today
The New Sylva is now available to pre-order in our online shop. We offer a discounted price, the option of a signed copy – plus all proceeds go to our charitable work.
SilviFuture article published
An article about the SilviFuture initiative has been published in the Quarterly Journal of Forestry. It is available to download or read from our Forestry Horizons online library.
IT apprentice joins Sylva
George Kibble has joined Sylva as an apprentice under the National IT Apprenticeship Scheme (NITP) while attending Oxford & Cherwell Valley College.
Places available at workshops held across England
Forest owners and agents will be aware by now that Forestry Commission England are shortly introducing a new management plan template. Join us and our partners at a series of workshops designed to introduce the plan. The workshops, organised by the Institute of Chartered Foresters, are taking place at venues across England and still have places available.
Merry Christmas to all our friends and supporters
We wish all our friends and supporters a very Merry Christmans and a fruitful New Year.