Presented to an individual, business or organisation at the cutting edge of technological innovations and/or scientific advancements which benefit the forestry and wood industry.
This award is sponsored by Forestry & Land Scotland and Forestry Commission.
As the only UK charity dedicated to improving broadleaved trees for hardwood timber, Future Trees Trust’s research has actively achieved improved seed in several species. As a direct result of the Trust’s work, all the main UK forest nurseries are now growing saplings from improved material that has demonstrated faster growth rates, and improved vigour and form for timber purposes.
Company Director, SAF Woodland Management
Daniel has a deep passion for changing current thinking on planting practices and soil health. He has impressed by bringing eDNA testing into the mainstream conversation around understanding the benefits of and mimicking woodland soils. He is credited with having a fresh way of thinking and being able to back up his approach with a phenomenal amount of data and tech.
Senior Scientist (Tree & Wood Properties), Forest Research
Elspeth has driven forward the science of timber improvement in the UK over several decades. She and her research team have developed novel methods for scoring and testing key productive species, particularly Sitka spruce. Elspeth's body of work will continue to be built upon and developed into the future, ensuring a lasting impact on the industry.
