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Find out how to assess whether your site might be suitable for woodland creation by carrying out species and vegetation surveys.
How to market forest reproductive material (FRM) for forestry purposes, including regulations, registration, master certificates and licences.
Find out about the scheme, how companies can use woodland carbon units and how landowners can take part.
How to plan for and manage the risks associated with oak processionary moth (OPM) on oak trees on your land.
This guide supports anyone who wants to plan, design and create new woodland in England.
How to export certain types of regulated wood, wood products and bark from Great Britain to the world.
Guidance for customers applying for a felling licence using the Felling Licence Online service
Information on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for forestry projects in England. Guidance on whether you need to submit an EIA application form to the Forestry Commission.
This operations note is to be used to determine the appropriate works within Woodland Supplement WS1 – Deer Control and Management.
Good practice guidance on woodland management and planning, including species conservation, for owners of ancient and native woodland.
Find out about priority habitats and species, the value of ancient and native woodland and when it's appropriate to remove trees to restore open habitats.
Find out when and how to report a notifiable tree pest or disease in the UK, and information on services such as Tree Alert, TreeCheck and Observatree.
Apply for a grant to restock or improve woodland after tree health problems.
Decisions made through the planning system can have significant impacts on trees and woodland - find out when to consult the Forestry Commission.
This guide gives an overview of plant health legislation for forestry in England for Forestry Commission staff and contract inspectors working in the sector.
Find out what grants are available under the tree health pilot (THP) scheme 2024, if you’re eligible and how to apply.
Information on Forestry Commission datasets and how to access them.
This operations note is to be used to determine the appropriate works within Woodland Supplement WS3 – Squirrel Control and Management.
Non-comprehensive list of forest nurseries in Great Britain. Includes contact information, nursery size, and a short description of each nursery.
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