The International Journal of Forest Engineering is dedicated to the dissemination scholarly writings in all aspects of forest operations, focussing mainly on original research, but also including review, analysis and synthesis articles. The scope normally covered by the Journal includes: tree harvesting, processing and transportation; stand establishment, protection and tending; operations planning and control; machine design, management and evaluation; forest access planning and construction; human factors engineering; and, education and training.

An important role of the Journal is to report on existing practices and innovations in forest engineering by scientists and professionals from around the world to promote environmentally sound forestry practices and contribute to sustainable forest management.