...and expand their networks. Hearing the way newcomers are welcomed and experienced foresters share their understanding of management techniques, new technology and how they’re approaching the latest challenges – has...
...way that: protects, restores or enhances the environment mitigates the effects of climate change These are important foundations for sustainable and resilient farming and food production. On 11 December 2024,...
...concrete and steel, making timber equally vital for decarbonising the construction industry, which contributes 37% of global greenhouse gas emissions. As the government looks to increase the country's housing stock,...
...and Western Red Cedar. In some cases, it’s less about introducing entirely new species and instead sourcing seeds from further south. For the south of England, for example, that can...
...HomeGrownHouse (HGH) research project challenges this status quo by exploring new, value-added uses for coppiced sweet chestnut in buildings in the SE of England, where the highest number of new-start...
...of projects and items eligible for funding under the Grant will include, for example: Intelligent transplanting systems Polytunnel infrastructure / equipment Irrigation systems and infrastructure Seed trays Grading machines Biosecurity...
...the sector. I feel really privileged to be playing my part in the development of a new career pathway into forestry, designed to grow, upskill, and diversify the forestry sector...
...create new woodlands, so timber and other wood products are a long way off. However, it’s no less important to think about how new woodlands will contribute to wood culture...
...Procurement Requirement. This is phase 2 of the pilot that was first launched in June 2022. This means that all trees bought by new applicants (from 1 July 2023) for...
...to meet new people and learn new skills, all while helping the environment and providing fruit. This fund will be supported by £2.5 million in funding made available through Defra’s...
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