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Forestry Commission acts on new tree disease found in Cornwall
Woodland managers, landowners, the forest industry and tree nurseries are being urged to remain vigilant after the Forestry Commission (FC) and Forest Research (FR) identified the tree pathogen Phytophthora pluvialis in a woodland in Cornwall. The UK Chief Plant Health Officer has confirmed the finding, following routine Forestry Commission plant health surveillance activities.
Phytophthora pluvialis, is a fungus-like pathogen known to affect a variety of tree species, including western hemlock, Douglas fir, tanoak and several pine species (in particular radiata pine). It is reported to cause needle cast (where needles turn brown and fall off), shoot dieback, and
lesions on the stem, branches, and roots. This is the first report of this pathogen in Europe. At this stage it is unknown if Phytophthora pluvialis is the direct cause of the observed symptoms which have been found on mature western hemlock and Douglas-fir trees.
Forestry Commission, Forest Research and the Animal and Plant Health Agency are rapidly conducting further surveillance and diagnostic analysis to understand more about the pathogen and ensure that any required control measures are swiftly undertaken to stop its spread. “We are taking swift and robust action against this finding of Phytophthora pluvialis, as part of our well-established
BSW Timber acquired by Binderholz
consistent growth, now operating in Austria, Germany, Finland, and the US. Under the leadership of CEO Tony Hackney, BSW will integrate with Binderholz.
Above (front): Alan Milne, Hans Binder, Tony Hackney, Reinhard Binder; (back): Aidan Robson, Gebhard Duenser, Matteo Binder, Ludwig Foildl, Ian Henderson, Gavin Adkins
BSW Timber Ltd, the UK’s major integrated forestry and sawmilling group, has been acquired by Binderholz. The deal is subject to normal closing conditions and approval from the Austrian Competition Commission and UK Financial Conduct Authority. Binderholz is a significant global sawmiller and producer of value-added products, including cross-laminated timber, glulam beams, solid wood panels, pressed pallet blocks, wood pellets and briquettes. The business has demonstrated a solid,
“Our management teams across the business units remain and the whole team will be supported by the Binder family and senior management,” said Mr Hackney. Following the acquisition, Binderholz and BSW plan to undertake a significant capital investment programme in the sites to increase capacity and broaden the capabilities of the business.
“The long-established name of BSW will remain, and business will be as normal, with much greater opportunity to supply a wider basket of products,” added Mr Hackney. “We will be enhancing our capabilities to further expand our capacity and grow further in supply to all sectors. “The acquisition of BSW will strengthen Binderholz’s capabilities and further broaden BSW’s product offering and service to customers,” said Reinhard Binder, chairman of the Binderholz group of companies.
Myers Group acquires Baildon timber and plans £500,000 site investment
A Bradford timber business is to receive £500,000 of investment after a £1m acquisition of the company by building supplies group the Myers Group. Commercial property estate agency
Ernest Wilson sold Baildon Timber to the Huddersfield-based Myers Group.. The fresh investment in Baildon will pay for an expansion of stock, a new shop and front counter and a full site refurbishment.
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biosecurity protocol used for tree pests and diseases,” said Nicola Spence, the UK chief plant health officer.
“I urge all sectors to support efforts to tackle this pathogen by checking the health of western hemlock and Douglas- fir trees. Key symptoms to look for are lesions on the stem, branch or roots. Any sightings should be reported to the Forestry Commission via its Tree Alert online portal.” To protect the country against this pathogen, the Forestry Commission has introduced a demarcated area in Cornwall, to restrict the movement of materials capable of spreading the disease. A Notice came into force on October 27.
Harlow Bros Holdings announces plans for employee- owned trust
Timber merchant and engineered timber systems producer Harlow Bros is to see an overhaul of its ownership structure which will put employees at the heart of the business.
The directors and shareholders of Harlow Bros Holdings have announced plans for the restructuring of the ownership of the group businesses, with the family owners intending to sell the majority of its shareholding to an Employee-Owned Trust in the first quarter of 2022.
“The family want to ensure that the business not only retains the family values that have made the company successful for the last 94 years but also provides a legacy and opportunities for the people that continue to work in the business,” the company said.
The move to employee ownership is designed to allow the business to remain independent, resilient, and sustainably financed.
The board have agreed a long-term arrangement which means that the family will maintain a serious commitment to the business for the foreseeable future.
□ Cairngorm Capital Partners has merged Grant & Stone Group with the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG).
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