Scotland's Forestry Strategy 2019–2029

2019–2029 overview

Vision

In 2070, Scotland will have more forests and woodlands, sustainably managed and better integrated with other land uses. These will provide a more resilient, adaptable resource, with greater natural capital value, that supports a strong economy, a thriving environment, and healthy and flourishing communities.

Objectives

• Increase the contribution of forests and woodlands to Scotland’s sustainable and inclusive economic growth
• Improve the resilience of Scotland’s forests and woodlands and increase their contribution to a healthy and high quality environment
• Increase the use of Scotland’s forest and woodland resources to enable more people to improve their health, well-being and life chances

Priorities

• Ensuring forests and woodlands are sustainably managed
• Expanding the area of forests and woodlands, recognising wider land-use objectives
• Improving efficiency and productivity, and developing markets
• Increasing the adaptability and resilience of forests and woodlands
• Enhancing the environmental benefits provided by forests and woodlands
• Engaging more people, communities and businesses in the creation, management and use of forests and woodlands