Ep.5 "Let's Talk Better Forestry" with Alan McDonnell
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Ep.5 "Let's Talk Better Forestry" with Alan McDonnell
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About this listen
In this episode of Let's Talk Better Forestry, host Morag Paterson is joined by Alan McDonnell, co-convener of the Forest Policy Group and Head of Nature Restoration at Trees for Life.
Their conversation explores Alan's work across forestry, nature restoration and policy, and his involvement in the Common Ground Forum, an ambitious process bringing together conservation organisations, land managers, deer stalkers and policymakers to address long-standing conflict around deer management in Scotland.
Alan reflects on the importance of dialogue, trust and collaboration in tackling complex land use challenges, and explains why managing deer impacts is critical to enabling natural woodland regeneration at scale. Together, they discuss how shared understanding can unlock practical solutions, support rural livelihoods and create more resilient forest landscapes.
Tune in for a thoughtful and hopeful discussion on how better forestry depends on collaboration, long-term thinking and finding common ground.
FPG would like to thank all our guests who joined us in 'Let's Talk Better Forestry."
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