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North Wales Forest Strategy
The Welsh Assembly took over ownership of Forestry Commission Assets located in Wales in 1999. Following a year long policy review, a new strategy for Welsh Forests has emerged.
Forestry, like other primary industries such as agriculture, is facing very difficult trading conditions with low prices for wood on world markets. However, wood-processing industries continue to invest in Wales, and we can help increase the value of Welsh forests as a source of wood for processing, on both a large and small scale. Some 4,200 jobs, generating £61 million of disposable income, depend on the home-grown timber industry (Welsh Forestry Multiplier Study 1999). Many of these jobs are linked to rural areas and are significant contributors to local economies.
Woodlands for People
There are now 110,000 hectares of woodlands in public ownership for the people of Wales to enjoy.
New and Better Woodlands
New Trees and woodlands can play a vital role in rural and urban regeneration.
World Class Timber Industry
To pursue best practice in timber production, creating an efficient production process.
Woodlands for Recreation
The forests of Wales provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy time out from our busy lives.
Woodlands as Habitat
A Forest is a whole vibrant living world, home to many plants animals ans insects, it is our duty to protect and enhance this most valuable environment.
For more details visit [Welsh Forestry]