Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 12/06/2026🧵1/4 In our latest podcast episode, Jamie McIntyre beautifully captures the essence of what makes the crofting model so unique and vital for Scotland's rural future. 110
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 10/04/2026In our latest "Let's Talk Better Forestry" podcast episode, Jez Ralph of Evolving Forests highlighted a striking regional divide in how we view the "maturity" of our woodlands. 100
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 27/03/2026The wait is over. The March edition of the FPG Quarterly Newsletter has arrived! The 6th edition of the Forest Policy Group (FPG) Quarterly Newsletter is now available, featuring a comprehensive look at recent developments in Scotland’s forestry sector. 100
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 02/02/2026In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Better Forestry podcast, host Morag Paterson sits down with McNabb Laurie, Lead Officer of Dumfries and Galloway (D&G) Woodlands, to discuss how they are redefining the relationship between large-scale timber interests and local communities. 110
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 18/01/2026Is the forestry sector finally growing up? 🌲 In our latest episode of Let’s Talk Better Forestry, host Morag Paterson is joined by Stuart Goodall, Chief Executive of Confor, to discuss the "growing pains" of Scottish forestry. 🎧 Listen here: www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/ep-6-wi...forestpolicygroup.orgEp.6 “Let’s Talk Better Forestry” with Stuart Goodall – Forest Policy Group 002
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 18/12/2025Morag Paterson talks with Alan McDonald, co-convener of the Forest Policy Group and Head of Nature Restoration at Trees for Life, about forestry, nature restoration, and policy in Scotland. Check out the podcast and the video here: www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/ep-5-le... 001
Reposted by Forest Policy GroupForest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 25/08/2025🌲 Join us in Kirkhill, Beauly on [date] for a day exploring Continuous Cover Forestry. Morning at Craggach Woods, afternoon of discussion + ideas. Book here 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ccf-in-act... 013
Reposted by Forest Policy GroupAndy Wightman @andywightman.scot · 19/08/2025I look forward to presenting results of my latest research into forest ownership at this webinar on 17 February. Should be interesting @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/fore... 182
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 25/08/2025🌲 Join us in Kirkhill, Beauly on [date] for a day exploring Continuous Cover Forestry. Morning at Craggach Woods, afternoon of discussion + ideas. Book here 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ccf-in-act... 013
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Another excellent contribution to the forestry world by FPG! We are delighted to announce our next webinar offering: "Who Owns Scotland's Forests and Does it Matter?" Wednesday 17th September, 10-12 noon. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/who-owns-s...eventbrite.co.ukWho Owns Scotland's Forests and Does it Matter?Explore who owns Scotland’s forests, why it matters, and how ownership shapes policy, communities and the environment. 133
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Episode 2 of "Let's Talk Better Forestry" has now landed! Tune in and listen to independent forester Andrew Macqueen join Morag Paterson to share the variety in his day-to-day work, and the experimental approaches he’s exploring. Worth a listen! www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/ep-2-le... 033
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 11/08/2025Another great event from @thesoilassociation.bsky.social ⬇️ 011
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 18/07/2025We are delighted to announce that we officially launched our first podcast episode today! "Let's Talk Better Forestry" podcasts begin with a conversation with Claire Wightman, forester at TreeStory. Morag Paterson interviews Claire to hear all about what "Better Forestry" means to her. 211
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 04/06/2025If you missed FPG's CCF webinar, then you can catch up on the recording, the slide-deck and the chat content here! www.forestpolicygroup.org/silviculture...forestpolicygroup.orgCCF Webinar – Forest Policy GroupExplore our recent Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) webinar, featuring expert insights from Prof. Edward Wilson, Dirk Sporleder and David Shepherd. Watch the recording and access key resources. 000
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 26/05/2025Don't miss out on FPG's CCF webinar this thursday, 29th May, 10.30-12 noon. Sign up for your FREE place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fpg-webina...eventbrite.co.ukFPG webinar on Continuous Cover ForestryJoin us for a 1.5-hour session on CCF, covering principles, practice, and challenges in sustainable forestry. 000
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 16/05/2025FPG's 3rd quarterly newsletter available now! www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/our-3rd...forestpolicygroup.orgOur 3rd edition of our Quarterly Newsletter is now available! – Forest Policy Group 000
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 11/04/2025Join FPG on Thursday 29th May at our webinar on Continuous Cover Forestry. We are delighted to hold this event, and welcome all of our friends who would like to know more. To learn more and to sign up, click here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1317412749... 021
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 07/04/2025Sharing on behalf of Soil Association: Whole Farm Plans on Organic Farms: Crop and Livestock Focus, Wednesday 9 April, 12.30–1.30pm, Online. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/planning-f...eventbrite.co.ukPlanning for Change: Whole Farm Plans on Organic FarmsWhole Farm Plans on Organic Farms: Crop and Livestock Focus 010
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 07/04/2025Some very interesting articles included in this link - scroll to see all. www.heraldscotland.com/news/2501888...heraldscotland.comAll the articles in the series Scotland's Forests: Targets and timber shortagesFrom Brewdog's Lost Forest to Stobo Hope; from targets to grants, from timber to carbon emissions, all the articles in the series here 012
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 07/04/2025Read why people should have a say about what tree-planting goes on in their communities:https://www.justtransition.scot/news-article/just-transition-commission-says-scotlands-communities-need-a-stake-and-say-in-tree-planting/ 000
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 27/03/2025Hot off the press: Just Transition Commission report on forestry and housing in Dumfries and Galloway. www.justtransition.scot/publication/...justtransition.scotA Just Transition for Dumfries and Galloway – Just Transition Commission 000
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 07/02/2025FPG are delighted to share our 2nd edition of our quarterly newsletter. To view or download, click the link below. If you would like to have a copy wing its way direct to your inbox, then complete the form at the bottom of the linked page.buff.lyOur 2nd Edition of FPG’s Quarterly Newlsetter is now available to download – Forest Policy GroupForest Policy Group 022
Forest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 20/01/2025👋🏼 Hello! We are delighted to bring to you our new Forest Policy account! And we're looking forward to chatting with you all here! 010
