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Strategy for Supporting Business Development

Cover of the Supporting Business Development strategyThe forestry sector contributes to a number of the Scottish Government’s national outcomes by providing skilled employment, investment opportunities, CO2 savings, and attractive built and natural environments. One of the key aims of the Scottish Forestry Strategy is to encourage competitive and innovative businesses to deliver this. 

The purpose of this document is to provide a strategic framework for supporting business development on the Forestry Commission Scotland estate, and for stimulating wider economic development in the Scottish forest industries.

See also: Non-Timber Forest Products Policy (PDF 639k)