THE FORESTRY Commission Scotland (FCS) has published a proposal for efficient forest planting, taking into account recommendations from former Scottish Government head of planning Jim Mackinnon and regional forestry forums.
The planting targets are to be raised on a stepped basis from the current 10,000ha a year to 15,000ha by 2025.
The Scottish Government had asked Mr Mackinnon to investigate the current arrangements for planting approvals across the country and he gave them recommendations, including putting more focus on approving sustainable planting schemes.