The Scottish Forestry Trust
@forestrytrust.bsky.social
Supporting forestry education, training and research projects across Britain (not only in Scotland) since 1984. Bluesky account managed by Executive Director, Stuart Glen.
The Nano-Nurseries Network are holding a second Agronomist Question Time on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at 3.30-5.00pm. The Nano-Nurseries Network supports Scotland's small-scale tree producers. Further details in the eflyer attached or on the network's website - nano-nurseries.net
June 11, 2026 at 9:35 AM
The Nano-Nurseries Network are holding a second Agronomist Question Time on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at 3.30-5.00pm. The Nano-Nurseries Network supports Scotland's small-scale tree producers. Further details in the eflyer attached or on the network's website - nano-nurseries.net
The Scottish Forestry Trust is delighted to announce an 8% increase in funding awarded to postgraduate students currently undertaking doctoral research in many of the key issues affecting forestry in the United Kingdom. Read more at www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2026/ju...
Improved support for PhD students | Scottish Forestry Trust | Scottish Forestry Trust
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June 1, 2026 at 9:38 AM
The Scottish Forestry Trust is delighted to announce an 8% increase in funding awarded to postgraduate students currently undertaking doctoral research in many of the key issues affecting forestry in the United Kingdom. Read more at www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2026/ju...
An excellent feature on Rory Abernethy's study on Sitka spruce colonisation on Ben Ledi on BBC Scotland's Landward, www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... The Trust is incredibly proud to fund Rory's PhD research.
Landward - 2026: Episode 5
Dougie heads for Ben Ledi in the Trossachs to help with some high-altitude fieldwork. And 25 years on from the foot-and-mouth outbreak, Arlene finds out about a legacy that is helping today's farmers.
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May 6, 2026 at 10:03 AM
An excellent feature on Rory Abernethy's study on Sitka spruce colonisation on Ben Ledi on BBC Scotland's Landward, www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... The Trust is incredibly proud to fund Rory's PhD research.
Delighted to announce that the winner of The Dr Cyril Hart Memorial Award for 2026 is Sarah Watts et al for the article, “Why the present is not the key to past or future: moving beyond restricted relict habitat conditions to improve outcomes in mountain woodland restoration.” #ConforAwards2026
March 13, 2026 at 8:23 AM
Delighted to announce that the winner of The Dr Cyril Hart Memorial Award for 2026 is Sarah Watts et al for the article, “Why the present is not the key to past or future: moving beyond restricted relict habitat conditions to improve outcomes in mountain woodland restoration.” #ConforAwards2026
In the run-up to Christmas, The Scottish Forestry Trust was proud to support Dr Martina Egedušević of @exeter.ac.uk in attending the Future Leaders Summit 2025, in Sarajevo, where she hosted a workshop on flooding and nature-based solutions. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2026/ja...
Preventing floods with natural solutions | Scottish Forestry Trust | Scottish Forestry Trust
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January 12, 2026 at 2:56 PM
In the run-up to Christmas, The Scottish Forestry Trust was proud to support Dr Martina Egedušević of @exeter.ac.uk in attending the Future Leaders Summit 2025, in Sarajevo, where she hosted a workshop on flooding and nature-based solutions. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2026/ja...
The Scottish Forestry Trust is now closed for the Christmas break, and the office will re-open on Wednesday, 7 January 2026. The Trust wishes all our friends and supporters a very Merry Christmas.
December 23, 2025 at 3:08 PM
The Scottish Forestry Trust is now closed for the Christmas break, and the office will re-open on Wednesday, 7 January 2026. The Trust wishes all our friends and supporters a very Merry Christmas.
The Scottish Forestry Trust recently supported Bangor University student, Sarah Wild in attending the International Association of Wildland Fire’s conference in Calgary, 20-23 October 2025, to present a poster of her Master's research. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/de...
An Analysis Of Directional Vulnerability In The New Forest | Scottish Forestry Trust | Scottish Forestry Trust
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December 3, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The Scottish Forestry Trust recently supported Bangor University student, Sarah Wild in attending the International Association of Wildland Fire’s conference in Calgary, 20-23 October 2025, to present a poster of her Master's research. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/de...
From Bianca Ambrose-Oji of @forestresearchuk.bsky.social, “Building resilience requires collaboration across research, policy, and practical forestry operations to address challenges effectively.” #BritainsForestFuture
November 17, 2025 at 11:41 AM
From Bianca Ambrose-Oji of @forestresearchuk.bsky.social, “Building resilience requires collaboration across research, policy, and practical forestry operations to address challenges effectively.” #BritainsForestFuture
Our Executive Director Dr Stuart Glen is attending Britain’s Forest Future: Research-Practice Exchange in Durham over the next couple of days. #BritainsForestFuture. britainsforestfuture.zohobackstage.eu/event#/
Britain’s Forest Future: Research-Practice Exchange
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November 17, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Our Executive Director Dr Stuart Glen is attending Britain’s Forest Future: Research-Practice Exchange in Durham over the next couple of days. #BritainsForestFuture. britainsforestfuture.zohobackstage.eu/event#/
The Scottish Forestry Trust has moved. We’re all settled in to our new office at 22 Forth Street, Edinburgh EH1 3LH.
November 14, 2025 at 11:48 AM
The Scottish Forestry Trust has moved. We’re all settled in to our new office at 22 Forth Street, Edinburgh EH1 3LH.
This #TrusteesWeek, it's the turn of Arctic adventurer Tim Liddon FICFor. #MeetTheTrustees "I wanted to put something back into research as it is a critical part of our industry." www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
November 2025. Tim Liddon
A #MeetTheTrustees interview with Tim Liddon FICFor.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:21 AM
This #TrusteesWeek, it's the turn of Arctic adventurer Tim Liddon FICFor. #MeetTheTrustees "I wanted to put something back into research as it is a critical part of our industry." www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
Our amazing Trustees are the beating heart of The Scottish Forestry Trust, responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the Trust's routine governance. Over the course of the year, we have highlighted each one through our #MeetTheTrustees feature. #TrusteesWeek
Meet the Trustees
A series of interviews with the current set of Trustees.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Our amazing Trustees are the beating heart of The Scottish Forestry Trust, responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the Trust's routine governance. Over the course of the year, we have highlighted each one through our #MeetTheTrustees feature. #TrusteesWeek
Professor James Pendlebury, "One of the most enjoyable parts of this role [Trustee] has been attending our research symposium... ...Having the chance to discuss these projects with the scientists involved is hugely rewarding." #MeetTheTrustees www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
October 2025. Professor James Pendlebury
A #MeetTheTrustee interview with Professor James Pendlebury FICFor.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Professor James Pendlebury, "One of the most enjoyable parts of this role [Trustee] has been attending our research symposium... ...Having the chance to discuss these projects with the scientists involved is hugely rewarding." #MeetTheTrustees www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
This summer, @forestrytrust.bsky.social were proud to support Kevin Donkers of @exeter.ac.uk in presenting his PhD research on probabilistic agroforestry modelling at the 19th North American Agroforestry Conference in Missouri. Find out more at www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/oc...
The North American Agroforestry Conference 2025 | Scottish Forestry Trust | Scottish Forestry Trust
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October 28, 2025 at 12:06 PM
This summer, @forestrytrust.bsky.social were proud to support Kevin Donkers of @exeter.ac.uk in presenting his PhD research on probabilistic agroforestry modelling at the 19th North American Agroforestry Conference in Missouri. Find out more at www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/oc...
There is a rare opportunity to apply for a fully funded scholarship to study Tropical Forestry in Dresden, during the academic intake 2026-2028. Deadline for applications is later this month - 30 October 2025. #ForestryResearch
❗Students of tropical forestry: interested in going for an MSc?
🍀There is a fully funded DAAD EPOS #scholarship to study #TropicalForestry at TU Dresden/Germany, during the academic intake 2026-28!
Apply by 30 October!
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#ForestScience #ForestResearch
🍀There is a fully funded DAAD EPOS #scholarship to study #TropicalForestry at TU Dresden/Germany, during the academic intake 2026-28!
Apply by 30 October!
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#ForestScience #ForestResearch
October 15, 2025 at 10:03 AM
There is a rare opportunity to apply for a fully funded scholarship to study Tropical Forestry in Dresden, during the academic intake 2026-2028. Deadline for applications is later this month - 30 October 2025. #ForestryResearch
Our Executive Director, Stuart Glen is attending the Impact Investment Symposium 2025 in Edinburgh today. A thought-provoking keynote address from Tapani Pahkasalo of CapMan Natural Capital - “Global pathways to scaling impact investment: Nordic knowledge sharing with Scotland.”
October 3, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Our Executive Director, Stuart Glen is attending the Impact Investment Symposium 2025 in Edinburgh today. A thought-provoking keynote address from Tapani Pahkasalo of CapMan Natural Capital - “Global pathways to scaling impact investment: Nordic knowledge sharing with Scotland.”
A (belated) September #MeetTheTrustees interview with our Vice-Chair, Ralland Browne FICFor. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
Meet The Trustees. Ralland Browne FICFor
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October 2, 2025 at 8:20 AM
A (belated) September #MeetTheTrustees interview with our Vice-Chair, Ralland Browne FICFor. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
A stunning location for this morning’s ‘Forestry and wood processing at the crossroads’ discussion. Stuart Goodall of Confor opened proceedings with “Modern forestry can deliver so much for rural Scotland, but if it’s not profitable, it won’t happen.” #ForestryCrossroads
September 25, 2025 at 3:09 PM
A stunning location for this morning’s ‘Forestry and wood processing at the crossroads’ discussion. Stuart Goodall of Confor opened proceedings with “Modern forestry can deliver so much for rural Scotland, but if it’s not profitable, it won’t happen.” #ForestryCrossroads
The Trust's Executive Director, Dr Stuart Glen is attending both days of the conference. Please say hello, especially if you're interested in learning more about the funding we have available for forestry research, education, and training. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
Summary. - Creating Canopies II: Resilience, Adaptation and Regenerative Approaches
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September 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The Trust's Executive Director, Dr Stuart Glen is attending both days of the conference. Please say hello, especially if you're interested in learning more about the funding we have available for forestry research, education, and training. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
The Scottish Forestry Trust is proud to have once again supported the Association of Applied Biologists' Travel Grants for early-career professionals attending the Creating Canopies II Conference. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
Summary. - Creating Canopies II: Resilience, Adaptation and Regenerative Approaches
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September 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
The Scottish Forestry Trust is proud to have once again supported the Association of Applied Biologists' Travel Grants for early-career professionals attending the Creating Canopies II Conference. #AABCreatingCanopies web.cvent.com/event/7e93d2...
Working Woods course leader, Andrew Macqueen discusses the benefits of formative pruning.
August 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Working Woods course leader, Andrew Macqueen discusses the benefits of formative pruning.
Our Trustee, Dr Ian Willoughby FICFor is "keen that we encourage as many people as possible to consider taking advantage of the opportunities on offer [from the Trust]." www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
Dr Ian Willoughby FICFor
August 2025 #MeetTheTrustees interview with Dr Ian Willoughby FICFor.
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August 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Our Trustee, Dr Ian Willoughby FICFor is "keen that we encourage as many people as possible to consider taking advantage of the opportunities on offer [from the Trust]." www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/about-the-tr...
"Continuous Cover Forestry provides an opportunity to diversify our forests with a holistic forest approach considering ecosystem services, natural processes and biodiversity promotion while supporting current and future generations." [1 of 2].
August 4, 2025 at 10:34 AM
"Continuous Cover Forestry provides an opportunity to diversify our forests with a holistic forest approach considering ecosystem services, natural processes and biodiversity promotion while supporting current and future generations." [1 of 2].
"The Trust’s mission closely aligns with two subjects I am very passionate about: environmental research and teaching/training of the next generation of scientists." In our July #MeetTheTrustees interview, Professor Ioly Kotta-Loizou explains why she became a Trustee of The Scottish Forestry Trust.
July 2025. Professor Ioly Kotta-Loizou. | Our Trustees | Home | Scottish Forestry Trust
A #MeetTheTrustee interview with Professor Ioly Kotta-Loizou.
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July 30, 2025 at 1:23 PM
"The Trust’s mission closely aligns with two subjects I am very passionate about: environmental research and teaching/training of the next generation of scientists." In our July #MeetTheTrustees interview, Professor Ioly Kotta-Loizou explains why she became a Trustee of The Scottish Forestry Trust.
Culture shift begins with real-world conversations. In this blog post, Katherine Giles, Evolving Forests' Sustainable Timber Specialist, reflects on The Future Of Timber project funded by The Scottish Forestry Trust. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/ju...
Telling the story of timber and trees | Scottish Forestry Trust | Scottish Forestry Trust
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July 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Culture shift begins with real-world conversations. In this blog post, Katherine Giles, Evolving Forests' Sustainable Timber Specialist, reflects on The Future Of Timber project funded by The Scottish Forestry Trust. www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk/news/2025/ju...