by Holly Chapman | Jun 2, 2026 | News, Trees and woodland
Since the warm weather in spring, the Forestry Commission warns the oak processionary moth is growing much quicker and those working in areas affected are to remain vigilant. Covered in long hairs, the caterpillars descend down oak trees in head-to-tail procession... 
by Holly Chapman | May 12, 2026 | News
The Forestry Commission has announced the return of two grants in support of domestic tree production, green jobs and economic growth. Worth up to £6.5m in total, both grants will ensure the country can grow treescapes that are resilient to climate change, pests and... 
by Holly Chapman | Mar 10, 2026 | News, Trees and woodland
In Sheffield, a plaque has been created to honour the protesters who fought to save thousands of street trees. Between 2012 and 2018, Sheffield Council axed more than 5,000 trees as part of a street improvement programme, with a plan to cut down around 12,000 more. An... 
by Edward Brown | Feb 24, 2026 | Long reads, Magazine
From client advice to community engagement, arborists are leading a paradigm shift to preserve and defend the essential role of urban trees. Naturally, for a long time, the arboriculture industry has been defined by a simple, utilitarian... 
by Holly Chapman | Feb 23, 2026 | News
The Forestry Commission has announced the confirmation of sweet chestnut blight in Devon. Caused by the fungus Cryphonectria parasitica, the disease has no risk toward people or animals. The Commission has said there will be further surveillance to determine the full...
