...of planting was one of the discussion points raised during the 2019 general election campaign. However, I’ve also come across questions and commentary about the impact that tree planting can...
...ousel, black grouse, curlew and 5 species of owl. The higher ground is upland heath and blanket bog, leading down through rough pasture, with improved grassland and 500-acres of woodland....
...that The Independent Panel on Forestry reported that over a 20-year period, circa 20 new tree pests were detected in the UK. Modelling indicated that if no action is taken...
...The role is dynamic and there is always something new to learn, whether this is a new piece of guidance or forestry practice. Over the past few years in Northumberland,...
...on our work managing and developing new incentives. Big things are coming for us and the rest of the Forestry Commission and I feel so lucky to be right here,...
...We will take steps to ensure our woodlands are resilient, and bring more woodlands into active management. We will make space for nature, using new woods and trees to make...
Ambitious targets have been set for forest expansion across England which will provide opportunities for woodland birds but, if established/planted in the wrong place, may impact negatively on species reliant...
...scheme is eligible for the grant. This then enables us to administer the payments which currently average £11,800 per hectare and have the potential to be as high as £19,500...
...spotted – the vibrant pink of the Elephant, and the green of the Lime (below), or even the spectacular green screaming deathmask of that rare visitor, the Oleander Hawkmoth. Lime...
Eleanor Marks is Technical Officer at LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming). Here, Eleanor highlights how farmers are incorporating trees into their farms to benefit their businesses, wildlife, community relationships, and...
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