Copyright: Scottish Forestry Supporting Scotland to expand and protect woodlands and forests We are the Scottish Government agency responsible for forestry policy, support and regulations. Forestry in Scotland 2025-26 54% of UK woodland creation has taken place in Scotland 4,240 hectares of native woodland exceeding the Scottish Government commitment of 4,000 hectares a year 7,220 hectares of new woodland created across Scotland What we do Planting trees We support the creation of forests by providing funding, advice, and expertise to grow woodlands that help people, wildlife, and the environment. Manage forests Find out what goes into sustainable woodland management, including leading standards, regulations and your responsibilities. Felling trees We make sure tree felling is done legally and responsibly by providing permissions and guidance to protect nature and support communities. Apply for a grant Copyright: Scottish Forestry Forestry grants and funding The Forestry Grant Scheme (FGS) offers financial support for the creation of new woodland and the sustainable management of existing woodland. Discover the available funding and support Forestry tools Copyright: Scottish Forestry 2025 Maps and tools We offer a selection of maps to let you explore and discover information about Scotland's woodlands and forests. Browse our maps and tools View our public registers Have your say about applications and decisions in your area. Register of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) screening opinions The EIA register shows decisions we've made about whether proposals for certain forestry projects will significantly impact the environment. Register of woodland creation and felling permissions You can leave a comment on any open woodland creation or felling application via our register for woodland creation and felling permission applications. Register of felling permissions within forestry plans This register contains details of new and amended forest plans, both from private forest owners and Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS). Manage forests Copyright: Scottish Forestry Forestry resilience Climate change presents challenges to forestry practices. It’s therefore vital that woodland owners and managers act now to develop more resilient forests. Learn to build forest resilience Latest forestry blogs and stories For International Day of Forests, William Clark, our Forestry Transport and Innovation Advisor, explores how timber is transforming sectors from construction to clean energy to space exploration. Blogs and stories Copyright: Scottish Forestry Where nature leads, innovation follows Scotland's forests are more than a natural asset - they are an economic engine, a climate tool, and a source of materials that could transform industries from construction to aerospace. Read more Jenny Collings 19 Mar 2026 Plug in to stand out - EV vehicles could be the answer We are now into the third year of the Net Zero Timhaul pilot project which is testing how electric timber lorries stand up in forestry operations. Why trees mean good business for farmers There are plenty of reasons to consider trees for your farm or croft. Find out how you can reap the benefits of growing trees and boost your business. Barking up the right tree - forestry and sheep parasites William Clark, Forestry Transport and Innovation Advisor, writes about work underway to explore how forestry by-products, like bark, could help tackle parasites in sheep. Latest news releases Previous Next News Scotland leads the way on new woodlands in the UK with a boost for native trees 24 Jun 2026 News World first for Woodland Carbon Code 23 Mar 2026 News Phytophthora pluvialis – restrictions lifted across Scotland 04 Mar 2026 News Deadline approaching for free Farm Woodland Assessment 18 Dec 2025 News Forestry grant fuels growth for Highland Heritage Woodworks 13 Nov 2025 News Forestry grant fuels growth for Highland Heritage Woodworks 13 Nov 2025
