Impact of Woodland Creation on Farm Profitability

This study models the financial impacts of planting new woodlands on a proportion of agricultural land (25%) on three broad farm types; arable, improved grassland and unimproved grassland.


Impacts of Climate Change on Forestry in Scotland: A Synopsis of Spatial Modelling Research

This Research Note provides an initial synopsis of the likely impacts of climate change, with preliminary recommendations to support development of a climate change action plan for forestry in Scotland.


Implementing the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009: Briefing Note

This document provides an overview and summary of implementing the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009.


Improvement Programme 2019 - 2024

Read about objectives for the Improvement Programme 2019-2024.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Annandale and Ae Timber Haulage Route

An improving timber transport case study on the Annandale and Ae timber haulage route.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Brenchoillie Road

An improving timber transport case study on the Brenchoillie Road timber haulage route.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Craik Forest

An improving timber transport case study on the Craik Forest timber haulage route.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Lorg Glen and the B729

An improving timber transport case study on the Lorg Glen and the B729 timber haulage route.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: North West Mull Timber Haul Road

An improving timber transport case study on the North West Mull timber haulage route.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Rathad Mara and the Floating Piers

An improving timber transport case study on the Rathad Mara and the Floating Piers.


Improving Timber Transport Case Study: Timberlink

An improving timber transport case study on the Timberlink service.


Infographic: Let's Get Planting!

Infographic showing woodland creation grant statistics and general information.