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If Ips is spreading further north, it's hard not to doubt eradication chances
This piece is an extract from our Latest from the Woods newsletter (previously Forestry Latest News), which is emailed out at 4PM every Friday with a round-up of the week's top stories. To receive our full, free newsletter straight to your
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Famous estate and filming location looking for experienced forester
ITS stately home has been used for the filming of a James Bond movie and Tomb Raider film. But now a new star is being sought for the Elveden Estate. The Suffolk site is on the hunt for an experienced forester to join its team, overseeing
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ICF appoints four new fellows as it celebrates leading foresters
THE Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) has appointed four new fellows. David Hay (Scottish Forestry), Martin Osman (Chevron Green Consultancy), Richard Paton (Forestry Commission), and Tustins Group’s Mike Tustin have been given the prestigious
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Leading forester joins a very exclusive club
SHE has taken on the “Herculean” task of improving the quality of the UK’s hardwood timber. Now, one of the country’s top foresters has been recognised with a rare honour. Dr Jo Clark, head of research at the Future Trees Trust, has become the
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New 'heavy duty' grapples from manufacturer
GRAPPLE manufacturer Hultdins has unveiled new "heavy duty" versions of two of its products. The SG260S and SG310S follow in the footsteps of the larger end of the SuperGrip S-line series by benefitting from updated design features and efficiency-boasting
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FAE launches new forestry mulcher for 11- to 16-tonne excavators
MANUFACTURER FAE has expanded its line of forestry mulchers with a new 11- to 16-tonne excavator model. The BL2/S/EX can mulch vegetation, shrubs, and trees up to 15 cm in diameter. It is designed for forestry management, roadside and railway
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Shadow forestry minister told of sector's importance to rural England
ENGLAND’S shadow forestry minister saw for himself the scale of the industry during a recent visit to Egger’s Hexham plant. Labour MP Toby Perkins recently met with business leaders from across the sector, including nursery bosses, sawmill chiefs
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Arb machinery dealer announces it is closing after 15 years
A LEADING dealer of arb-focused machinery has announced it will be closing. Bosses at Warrington-based Spectrum Plant say they have made the decision to shut down after 15 years in the trade. The firm was best known for providing machines
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Why GreenMech launched a turntable version of its popular woodchipper
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. IT wouldn’t be an ARB Show without a product launch from GreenMech. This year the woodchipper manufacturer gave guests the chance to see its
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How demand for Ohashi's compact woodchippers caught UK dealer by surprise
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. WHEN it comes to smaller woodchippers, they don’t get much more compact than Ohashi, but don’t let that fool you. Its range of machines –
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How arboriculture has changed through the years - and what's to come
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. NOT only was it the 23rd edition of the ARB Show, but it also marked the 60th anniversary of the Arboricultural Association. Founded
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How Solidur is trying to make arb clothing more inclusive for women
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. WHILE the days of arboriculture being solely the pursuit of bearded young men are long gone, it remains a common complaint that gear is still
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The key quality that sets Zamberlan's boots apart
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. IT couldn’t have been better timing had Carr’s Billington Safety planned it. There essentialARB was, having just finished speaking with James
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Why Ripper37 blades were the obvious choice for new UK dealer
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. HAVING recently taken on the Ripper37 dealership, north Wales-based Supersharp was keen to use the ARB Show to get its name out there. Said
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The interesting journey Timberwolf went on to develop its hybrid woodchippers
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. AS always, one of the most impressive stands at the ARB Show was Timberwolf’s – and for good reason. Not only does it remain one of the biggest
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How GreenLine Arb's new feature could be key when disaster strikes
In this series of articles, we will be sharing exclusive coverage from all aspects of the ARB Show 2024. WHEN it comes to accidents and injuries, the truth of it is that it’s usually a matter of when and not if for tree surgeons. So it’s vital