Taiga Upland

1 day ago

Escaping the higher ground and the heavy snowfall earlier in the month has been a necessary step on a number of our restock sites!

Several high-elevation sites were effectively choked out with snow, making an already demanding operation even more challenging. Restock mounding requires precision and consistency to achieve the right outcome for woodland establishment, and winter conditions at altitude can quickly limit what can be delivered safely and to the required standard.

In response, we put revised mobilisation plans in place and redeployed machines to lower ground where conditions allowed sensible progress. That flexibility and willingness to adapt is critical in seasonal upland work, particularly when weather patterns change quickly.

Our operators continue to work hard across these sites to maintain momentum, meet seasonal targets and deliver the hectares required, while never losing sight of quality or ground protection.

Resilience in this environment isn’t about pushing through at all costs. It’s about making the right decisions at the right time, adapting plans when conditions demand it, and continuing to deliver for our customers in a controlled and professional way.

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Taiga Upland

3 days ago

Re-wetting former forestry sites is never straightforward, and the recent weather has made conditions even more challenging!

Rapid snowmelt and ongoing rainfall have left many sites heavily saturated. In situations like this, having the right equipment and the right people on the ground makes all the difference.

Super low ground pressure machines, operated by skilled and experienced teams, allow progress to be made while protecting the ground and maintaining quality. It’s about discipline, judgement and knowing when to push on and when to hold back.

This large forest-to-bog site has been a real test of patience and consistency. Keeping momentum while delivering the standard our customer expects takes dedication from everyone involved.

By combining strong forestry experience with peatland restoration expertise, Taiga Upland has built a unique capability in delivering complex forest-to-bog projects in this growing environmental sector.

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Taiga Upland

6 days ago

Winter weather can make even straightforward tasks more challenging, especially in the uplands!

Despite the snow and tough conditions, our fencing teams continue to show real resilience and a great attitude to their work. With careful planning and a close eye on health and safety, we aim to make sensible progress where possible.

No risks are taken. Just responsible delivery, good judgement and teams looking out for one another.

Facing Scotland’s weather is never easy, and winter makes it harder still. What drives our teams is a real passion for working in the uplands, making a difference on the ground and getting the job done properly.

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Taiga Upland

1 week ago

Not the start to 2026 that Taiga Upland, or many other upland contractors, were hoping for!

Recent winter storms have had a real impact on operations on the high ground. Where possible, we’ve remobilised to lower ground to keep teams moving, although it isn’t always possible to keep everything running as planned.

There’s also perspective to keep. Some areas have seen far heavier snowfall than we have, and we’re grateful our teams and equipment have come through safely.

Work in the uplands means accepting that you can’t fight nature. You have to work with her, and sometimes that simply requires patience.

Here’s to the thaw when it comes.

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