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How we are addressing the challenge of forest resilience | Letters

Mike Seddon says Forestry England is planning 100 years ahead to ensure that the right tree is in the right place Alastair Collier is right to point out that to build forests that can withstand future conditions, we must invest in resilience from the outset (Letters, 17 July). At Forestry England, forest resilience is our most critical challenge. We must ensure the nation’s 1,500 forests in our care can withstand and adapt to the threats facing them, including climate change, biodiversity loss, extreme weather, and pests and diseases.We are doing this by planning 100 years ahead in the way we manage these beautiful places, which are home to some of the UK’s rarest wildlife. For example, based on rigorous scientific analysis, we have identified the top 30 tree species that will thrive in future environments. This is guiding our investment in our tree nursery and is helping us to ensure that the right tree is in the right place, both today and in the future. Continue reading...

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