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Planting the right tree, in the right place, can help diversify business income, offset emissions, and bring direct benefits to your land, crops, and livestock. Find out more in the collection of resources below.
Find out how to import timber and wood material, including the documents, identity checks and plant health inspections required.
Get help to classify various types of wood for import and export.
How to export certain types of regulated wood, wood products and bark from Great Britain to the world.
If you use, produce or supply wood packaging material (WPM) to move goods to or from the EU or the rest of the world, you must make sure it meets international standards.
What to do if you’re bringing plants and products like wood and timber into Great Britain, including what certificates you'll need.
Find out about priority habitats and species, the value of ancient and native woodland and when it's appropriate to remove trees to restore open habitats.
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