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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Great work Tom. I like the new logo!!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Is there anywhere in the world where they build fences EG around properties with their drying #firewood?

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Northumbrians know how to throw the best parties. #sunset #trees #uk

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Site visit with @tcoatesmicfor.bsky.social , James Jones & Sons for a client of mine last week.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Lovely soggy family camp in beautiful Northumberland. Genuinely couldn't be happier, despite the showers! ☺️

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Interesting, Sitka *spruce* is a non native *pine*? How many native options that provide the same benefits of Sitka do we have? Maybe it's time to start substituting non native wheat with some more local alternatives as well... 🤷‍♂️

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Andrew Heald @andyheald.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

"There's a mismatch between the timescales at which forests naturally change to what's happening today with climate change," “Assisted migration is one tool of many to keep cherished forests around for longer." www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...

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Climate is changing fast—and forests are 200 years behind

Forests aren’t keeping up with today’s climate chaos. While temperatures soar within decades, tree populations take 100 to 200 years to shift in response. A sweeping new analysis of ancient pollen and...

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Forest Research @forestresearchuk.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

🌱 Why do some land managers choose natural processes for tree expansion—and others don’t? This work aims to inform policy and practice when looking at natural processes as a method for woodland creation. 🌳 🔗 Find out more: ow.ly/bpPX50Wa00v

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New research investigates role of natural processes to create woodland - Forest Research

New research reviewing natural processes as a method for woodland creation has been published by Forest Research.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

I think it has, just the previous plan is not up to much!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

That is an edge tree to be fair, the rest of the stand was not bad but very steep!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

When you think you're going to look at some first thinning and it's 30m+ tall... 😬

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Inspired by the call for more visibility of forest managers from the #ICF conference. I'm trying something new over on the dreaded tiktok. Let me know what subjects I should cover next?

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Unless it's iced. Then I'll let you off.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Takeaway coffee on the gym exercise bike is diabolical behaviour, by the way

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Big carbon emitters like power stations as a retro fit

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

I was talking to a colleague last week who's been working on commissioning some of the first large scale ones in the UK. I told him I had already commissioned thousands this year and he had literally no idea what I was talking about 😂 To be fair, I think most of theirs are going directly on...

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Inspired artwork or pipedream? I got to try my hand this week at making a pitch for integrated land management to a bunch of colleagues - think I came away with a few coniferous converts!!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Client has found these on Norway spruce Christmas trees... any help with ID?

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Bad down here in the borders and Northumberland too Matt...

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Great day to be out yesterday, inspecting a young woodland which turned out to be showing signs of heavy Elatobium defoliation. Wondering how much more prevalent damage is going to be in future especially with warm dry Spring weather like this. Watching @forestresearchuk.bsky.social studies closely

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

It was very moving to hear Chris give his retirement speech at the Conference! What a life of service and dedication to the art & science of growing trees.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Happy to chat, George. We all recognise there is a need to get together to solve this problem.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Do you think the invite got lost in the post??

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Unbelievably lucky and grateful to work alongside such a dedicated and inspiring group of people who are committed to protecting our landscapes and future. #ICF100

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

So next time someone complains about my collection of walking sticks, I can reassure them I'm doing my bit for the climate? ☺️

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

You're doing a great job, he's selling a book and an aesthetic which requires trashing other people for doing what they are good at and what is required. The pic he used doesn't even look like a plantation to me, I wonder if he's ever had ash regen shown to him? Head up, carry on 🙏🫡

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Is it time for another #LifeAsAForester book? Anyone want to chip in?

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

I've been busy! This is part of a 100ha #woodland creation scheme I've been working on, up at the Ford & Etal Estate in Northumberland. #trees #forestry #UK

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

What are the trees in the foreground in the first picture Bob? Thanks for sharing.

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

To be honest, I've almost forgotten how to post after being inactive on Tw*tter for so long. Maybe it's time for another #ForestTreeWorldCup to get the party started? 😅

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

I'm already appreciating the lack of ads, bots and unsolicited right wing influencers!!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Wild party you've got planned there!!

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Luke Hemmings, MICFor @lwhemmings.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Great to finally be here, although feels a bit daunting starting all from scratch! Can anyone recommend how to find people you were following before, in the Old Place? This mornings' #tree view from Hadrians Wall, #Northumberland

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