In the article, Wilma reflects on a career dedicated to shaping resilient, purpose-driven forestry.
Critical of the cliche "right tree in the right place", she argues that successful woodland management can only be judged against clear objectives which recognise the broader environmental, economic and social context.
Drawing on her work with Scotland’s Finest Woods, she highlights the importance of celebrating excellence, sharing inspiring stories and building a community around forestry.
Ultimately, Wilma emphasises that forests are about people as much as trees, and that every voice has a role in securing forestry’s future.
Read more here: www.forestryjournal.co.uk. And find out more about the great work of Scotland's Finest Woods here: www.sfwa.co.uk.
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