Course Overview
This interactive, indoor one-day course is a deep dive into the living world beneath our feet -
1: How soil health influences tree growth, and how foresters can work with, not against, the soil ecosystem.
2: Designed as an optional third day following the Soil ID & Surveying course, this session focuses on practical knowledge to help foresters improve woodland establishment outcomes.
3: Whether you're working with new planting sites or replanting after harvesting, understanding the function of healthy soil can make the difference between success and struggle.
4: Improve the finances of your woodland establishment by knowing which trees will give you the greatest yield, and understanding how to minimise beat-up and establishment costs.
5: As part of the day enjoy the insights and in-depth knowledge of our guest speaker Daniel Iddon – CEO & Founder of Re-Genus
About your trainer, Steve Knight
With over 30 years of experience, including two decades in government bodies, the Forestry Commission England, Wales and Natural Resources Wales, Steve Knight is a seasoned leader in land management and conservation.
Now leading Clunside Forestry and Ecology Services, and armed with forestry and ecology degrees, Steve excels in sustainable woodland management and forest design.
He also teaches environmental courses, provides specialised training in forest management and ecology, climate change and mitigation, and has led teams in designing woodland management plans for England and Wales.
Steve Knight has also designed and lectured at degree level on environmental topics such as Woodland ecology, EIA, taxonomy, climate change, woodland management and conservation.