Under the background of new agricultural science, there is an urgent need for all kinds of new forestry application‐oriented talents with skilled practical operation skills and craftsman spirit. The problems and advantages of scientific research collaborative education of postgraduates in forestry universities integrating craftsman spirit is analyzed, and educational paths which aspects are educational concept, work concept, scientific research management organization, guarantee mechanism, tutor system, collaborative training encourage application and participation in scientific research, encouraging the participation in academic conferences, publishing papers and the transformation of academic achievements, and adjusting the practical curriculum system. The effectiveness of integrating craftsman spirit and collaborative scientific research education is improved, and the high‐quality compound talents with professional sentiment are cultivated. These measures are improving the employment rate, and teaching quality, and teacher education level.