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How drone technology is helping to plant one million trees
A LANDMARK initiative to plant one million trees in Ecuador is really taking off – thanks to the use of drone technology. The 1 Million Trees for Ecuador Project aims to reforest more than 900 hectares with species native and endemic to the South
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How VR technology could aid the UK's fight against tree pests
This piece is an extract from our A View from the Forest (previously Forestry Features) newsletter, which is emailed out at 4PM every Wednesday with a round-up of the week's top stories. To receive our full, free newsletter straight to your
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New report considers end uses for larch
FOREST Research has recently published a new Research Report – ‘Wood properties and uses of larch in Great Britain’. This is an official publication aimed at forest scientists, engineers, wood processors and end users of wood products.
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Ego Power Plus unveils new battery-powered chainsaw for 'light forestry work'
OUTDOOR power equipment specialist EGO Power Plus has launched a new chainsaw for "light forestry work". The battery-powered CSX5000 is one of six new products in its recently-unveiled Pro X range, which also features a mower, hedge trimmers and
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Komatsu adds anchor point monitoring to winch system
WHEN harvesting and forwarding in steep terrain, a traction aid winch is a useful complement to ensure a productive working day with low impact on the forest. The Komatsu Traction Aid Winch is a "high-quality system" based on more than twenty years
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The timber trailers and cranes you need to boost your business
This month’s Buyer’s Guide takes a look at some of the timber trailers and cranes on the market that are ideal for smaller thinnings, forwarding and estate maintenance. VAHVA JUSSI IN the heart of forestry innovation lies the Vahva Jussi
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RFS tells of 'special bond' as King Charles confirms patronage
THE Royal Forestry Society (RFS) has told of a "very special bond" it shares with King Charles after it received the royal patronage from the monarch. His Majesty will remain a figurehead for the organisation following a review of royal patronages