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Forests and woodlands

History and ancient woodlands

History and ancient woodlands

Scotland's woods and forests have been declining for 4000 years. In the last century they have started to return.

Expanding  Scotland's woods and forests

Expanding Scotland's woods and forests

More trees? The Scottish Government is aiming for a quarter of Scotland under trees. Find out what this expansion might look like.

What have trees ever done for us?

What have trees ever done for us?

Woodlands are key ecosystems ? delivering useful benefits to Scotland's people.

How to manage woodlands

How to manage woodlands

Our woodlands are managed by professional foresters, farmers, communities, conservation bodies and enthusiasts Find advice and ideas here.

What are our woodlands like?

What are our woodlands like?

Oakwoods, pinewoods, plantations, wood pasture and more - discover the rich variety of Scotland's woods and forests.

Well looked after?

Well looked after?

How well are we managing and protecting our woods and forests? Find survey and research news here.

Climate change and woodlands

Climate change and woodlands

In our changing climate, woods will change too, but they can also help us limit some of the worst effects.



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