The Forestry Journal

Forestry Journal is a monthly magazine that operates independently and is available only through subscription. It caters to the complete forest industry and has seen significant growth since its launch, becoming the preferred publication for many professionals in the field. Our audience is varied, encompassing everyone from those who operate machinery to key decision-makers in organizations, large estates, landowners, and both major sole traders and limited companies.

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English

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#1200859

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#113239

Heavy Industry and Engineering/Agriculture

#103

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'You don’t get many days like this': A landmark Komatsu and the veteran operator

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | John McNee

With roughly the same dimensions as a 931XC, the 951XC is ideal for working in denser stands. (Image: FJ) The first contractor in the UK to purchase a Komatsu 951XC harvester, Elliot Henderson Ltd recently took delivery of its second. Forestry Journal took a trip to the Scottish Borders to see it in action and share in the celebration of some significant milestones. IT might be hard to believe, but the Forestry Journal team is frequently blessed with good weather.
Forestry: Operators discuss ORFS and the state of Scotland's forests

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | Jack Haugh

As always, members shared some stunning machinery images. (Image: Bites from the blog) IT’S time Forestry Journal let you in on a little secret. While the Forest Machine Operators Blog is often a hub of activity, there are some months we find ourselves scraping the barrel to bring you your monthly fix.
Sorbus International picks up Marlow Ropes dealer award

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | Jack Haugh

The award was presented during the 2025 ARB Show. (Image: PR) MARLOW Ropes has named Sorbus International its UK Arb Dealer of the Year. Recognising the company’s outstanding commitment to its brand, Marlow praised the supplier for its “unwavering support of our latest product launches”, adding that “Sorbus has gone above and beyond in championing the Marlow brand”. The award was presented during the 2025 ARB Show.
Forestry: New pick and carry machines from Sennebogen

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | John McNee

The new mobile material handlers can not only stack high, but can also reload and sort quickly and safely. (Image: PR) MANUFACTURER Sennebogen has launched two new timber handlers – the 724 G and 726 G – designed for efficient log handling in medium-sized timber businesses and sawmills.
Tree planting grants at risk as drought hits sapling survival in Scotland

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | John Sleigh

Landowners have been warned that conditions have to be right to plant trees Scottish landowners have been warned that grants could be reclaimed if newly planted trees fail to grow during the ongoing dry weather. The Scottish Farmer has been told of tree plantings in parts of Scotland that have suffered from limited rainfall, making it difficult for saplings to become established.
Electric 4x4 built with forestry in mind gets major update

1 week ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | Jack Haugh

The updated Spartan EV 2.0 promises to match supreme yet easy-to-use off-road capability with on-road refinement. (Image: PR) THE second generation of an electric 4x4 that made inroads into the forestry sector is now available in a five-door version. The updated Spartan EV 2.0 promises to match supreme yet easy-to-use off-road capability with on-road refinement.
Need to handle some timber? Here are FJ's top solutions for 2025

2 weeks ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | Jack Haugh

A number of major brands feature in our 2025 timber handling buyer's guide (Image: PR/FJ) Shifting timber is one of the most essential activities for any forestry operation – and there are a wealth of options out there to help you do just that. HYPRO HV14 WHEN it comes to “cut to length” timber hauling, there is no trailer on the market that compares to the Hypro HV14.
Wood-Mizer to showcase advanced sawmilling technology at LIGNA 2025

2 weeks ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | John McNee

WOOD-MIZER is to present its latest innovations at LIGNA 2025, including the next-generation WM5500 industrial sawmill and compact LX30 for hobbyists. The manufacturer will demonstrate two complete industrial sawmilling lines in the outdoor area in response to the increasing demand for industrial processing solutions. The newest solution is the WM5500 industrial sawmilling line and the all-new MR250 double-arbor multirip saw.
Stihl launches Master Technician Course for advanced dealer training

2 weeks ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | John McNee

The final stage of the programme includes an online entry exam and pre-requisite modules, followed by an intensive three-day face-to-face training experience at Stihl GB’s headquarters, Contra House. (Image: PR) STIHL has launched its highly anticipated Master Technician Course, the pinnacle of its dealer training programme, designed to provide expert-level servicing and diagnostics across the full Stihl product range.
Scottish forest with views of 'world-famous mountain range' brought to market

2 weeks ago | forestryjournal.co.uk | Brian Donnelly

The agent said the woodland is in a “stunning setting in one of Scotland’s most picturesque regions”. Landfor Chartered Land and Forestry Agency said the Kilmonivaig Wood is a “compact and attractive” first-rotation commercial conifer woodland, established in 1975 with a productive crop of Sitka spruce near Fort William. The agent said: “Covering approximately 10.50 hectares, the timber crop is now reaching maturity and could be harvested within the next five years.