Forestry News & Industry Insights

Forestry News & Professional Planting Insights

Young Forest Management in Focus: Meet Best Planter at KWF-Thementage 2026

KWF-Thementage 2026, taking place on 23–24 September in Ulm/Staig, Germany, will bring forestry professionals together with a strong focus on young forest management.

Autumn Forest Planting Guide

For decades, forestry relied primarily on bare-root seedlings, which had to be planted in spring before active growth began. As a result, spring planting became the industry standard.

When Does Forest Planting Season Begin?

Forest planting is often associated with the day the first seedling is placed into the ground. In reality, however, successful forest regeneration begins months earlier.

Forestry services in Austria – Now on the BFW Marketplace

We are now officially listed on the Austrian Forestry Service Marketplace (BFW), managed by
the Federal Research Centre for Forests (Bundesforschungszentrum für Wald).

Forest planting season in Sweden and Finland: over 2 million seedlings planted

The 2026 forest planting season is progressing successfully across Sweden and Finland.

RAL certified forestry services – quality standard confirmed again

We have successfully passed the RAL audit and continue to hold the RAL Quality Mark for
Forest and Landscape Services (RAL GZ 244).

Best Planter obtains ETF sustainable forest management certification in France

BEST PLANTER has successfully obtained the ETF – Gestion Durable de la Forêt certification in France, marking another important step in strengthening quality standards across our forestry operations in Europe.

Expanding forestry services in Austria and Germany

We are expanding our forestry services in Austria and Germany, working more closely with
state forestry institutions and taking on larger-scale projects in both markets.

Best Planter attended Skogsnolia 2026 in Sweden

BEST PLANTER participated in Skogsnolia in Umeå, one of Sweden’s leading forestry exhibitions, bringing together key professionals from across the forestry sector.

Expanding Forestry Services in France

In 2024, Best Planter entered the French market with a clear objective – to build long-term
partnerships and deliver measurable forestry results.

Growing Demand for Forest Care in Germany and Austria

Healthy forests start with the right care at the right time.

How to Secure Reliable Forest Planting Capacity for 2026

Early planning is not just about availability – it directly impacts planting quality, timing, and
overall project success.