Wednesday 24 October 2018
The Right Tree In The Right Place At The Right Time
Best Western Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie DG11 2SF
Whilst there are always many different issues ongoing for our sector, the steering group for these SFTT meetings agreed unanimously that the 2018 spread of Phytophthora ramorum and the focus on new woodland creation are the two most critical issues for South Scotland at present.
The meeting provided the latest information on P. ramorum and expert views on the role of different types of woodland to meet Scottish Government’s increasing planting targets, and the challenges involved in delivering those.
Presentations included:
- The latest on Phytophthora ramorum;
Doug Howieson, FCS Conservator, South Scotland - Delivering new woodland creation in South Scotland
- A brief overview –John Dougan, Head of Strategic Development, FCS;
- The need for future wood supplies– Jason Sinden, Investment Director, FIM;
- The non-timber benefits– Russell Jobson, Woodland Trust Scotland;
Industry updates
- Andy Leitch,Timber Development Policy Advisor, FC Scotland
- Confor, on general industry matters