Updated Environmental Land Management schemes in England
With the ongoing development of agricultural transition in England, this week Defra published more information on the three Environmental Land Management (ELM) schemes, including actions, payment rates and when each scheme will be available. The three schemes are: The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) that will pay farmers for sustainable practices that will protect and enhance […]
Help shape your profession – call for Institute Representatives
Do you want to actively help shape your profession? The Institute currently has opportunities for members to represent us on the following sector groups: FISA Steering Group* Forestry Climate Change Partnership * Please note for this role the representative must be a member of FISA or be willing to join, thus agreeing to support the […]
Forest research launch new Climate Change Hub
The effects of climate change are accelerating, with increasing frequency of extreme weather events such as storms, flooding, drought and wildfire. These and other climate risks pose a significant challenge to management of our landscapes and wider society. Without action, our forests and woodlands may be unable to provide the multiple benefits they currently do, […]
New action plan to save England’s red squirrels
Over the last 150 years, England’s red squirrel, Sciurus vulgaris, populations have significantly declined. This iconic species is now classed as nationally endangered. Evidence shows that the expansion of grey squirrel populations and range are the main cause of local red squirrel extinctions. To mark Red Squirrel Appreciation Day on 21 January 2023, the UK […]
Successful Scotland-based ‘Emerging Leader Programme’ Applicants
Ten forestry professionals, living and working in Scotland, have been welcomed onto the Institute of Chartered Forester’s ‘Emerging Leader Programme’ with places funded by Scottish Forestry. Beginning in January 2023, the programme offers a fantastic opportunity for those who work and volunteer with trees to develop the skills necessary to ensure trees, forests and woodlands […]
Institute’s Executive Director invited to judge ‘Future Leader Award’
Louise Simpson, Executive Director of the Institute of Chartered Foresters, will be joining the judging panel for the ‘Future Leader Award’, due to be presented at Confor’s upcoming Dinner and Awards 2023. Taking place on the 28 February at Surgeons Quarter, Edinburgh, the Awards celebrate the achievements of inspiring people in our sector. The ‘Future […]
Forestry graduate research bursary opens for applications
We are pleased to support this opportunity, thanks to James Jones and Sons Ltd and the Scottish Forestry Trust, for young forestry graduates in the UK to travel to Australia to share best practice between the two sectors. Recent BSc and MSc graduates of forestry are invited to apply for this annual bursary that will […]
Policy Roundup – December 2022
Our monthly policy and research blog updates you on the latest work at the Institute and how you can get involved. Institute news There has been a flurry of activity in the run-up to Christmas. Here is a brief run-down of some of our policy and engagement work over the last month. We submitted our […]
Institute announces successful ‘Emerging Leader Programme’ applicants
The Institute of Chartered Foresters is delighted to announce the successful applicants for their upcoming ‘Emerging Leader Programme’. Beginning in January 2023, the programme offers a fantastic opportunity for those who work and volunteer with trees to develop the skills necessary to ensure our trees, forests and woodlands are managed to effectively deliver against multiple […]
Justin Mumford FICFor CEnv represents Institute on committee inquiry
The Institute recently gave evidence to the House of Commons Environmental Audit Select Committee inquiry on Sustainable timber and deforestation. Investigating ‘How can a sustainable timber sector be supported to meet the UK’s growing demand?’, two panels of experts from across the sector gave evidence on how timber production can be upscaled while also delivering […]