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The strategy was published in October 2020. It provides a framework for forestry-related scientific research. It aims to support the management of our forests, woodlands and trees in England, Scotland and Wales.
This framework recognises the key role the sector has in:
- addressing the challenges of reversing the decline in biodiversity, climate change, and
- supporting the green recovery from COVID-19, and science and innovation’s contribution in this
The strategy sets out high level outcomes, themes and areas of research interest. These have been identified by the Îʶ¦ÓéÀÖ, UK and Scottish Governments and forestry stakeholders. This includes research on the following themes:
- sustainable forest management in light of environmental change
- markets for forest products and services
- societal benefits from trees, woods and forests
- resource assessment and sector monitoring
- achieving multiple ecosystem benefits
- woodland creation and expansion
- tree health and biosecurity
Delivery of this research commenced on 1 April 2021 and will run for 5 years.