Diversifying land use with timber production at the Lowther Estate
...the Woodland Carbon Code, Lowther Estate will be able to use or sell carbon credits once the woodland has matured. We plan to sell a third of the credits and...
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Ready, set, plant! For a future filled with trees
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Asia Aldridge, Posted on:
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Tree planting, Woodland Ambassadors, Woodland creation
...EWCO to cover planting and establishment costs, while registering the woodland with the Woodland Carbon Code (WCC). The site is predicted to generate 14,000 carbon credits, which can be sold...
Interested in the HS2 Woodland Fund? Why you should attend our free workshop
...the West Midlands. Check out the full eligibility rules on our webpage. How can I find out more? We are running a free workshop next Monday (17 June, 10am to...
Showcasing the work of Defra’s Trees and Forestry Team, the Forestry Commission and our Delivery Partners
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Bella Murfin and Naomi Matthiessen, Posted on:
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Tree planting, Woodland creation
...country, including the role of trees. Launching our Forestry Training Fund in February, providing free practical forestry training courses to help grow our domestic forestry sector (worth over £2 billion...
Don’t get stumped by timber terms: understanding the differences between hardwood and softwood
...branches. This helps produce knot-free boards and improves processing efficiency. Good form is essential for both hardwoods and softwoods, as it reduces waste and increases value. Growth rate is another...
Tree Production Innovation Fund Success Stories
...improved quality and diversity of product? This challenge can include activities to promote biosecurity. Challenge 3 How can innovative environmentally sustainable weed control solutions be used to reduce reliance on...
Tackling plastics in woodland creation
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Katie Goldsbrough, Posted on:
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Climate change and resilience, Tree planting, Woodland creation
...disposal of tree guards. We directly supported a free Tubex recycling hub in Essex in 2023 which recycled more than 5,000 polypropylene tree guards. This is the equivalent of more...
Addressing the possible shortfall of oak for the 2022/23 planting season
...free tools to help land managers better understand the suitability of alternative species. The Ecological Site Classification Decision Support System (ESC-DSS) requires the input of soil moisture and nutrient information...
A coordinated effort: how we’re tackling the dual threat of deer and grey squirrels
...our woodlands and natural habitat." Increasing demand for wild venison helps offset deer management costs whilst providing a sustainable and healthy source of free-range meat. Various organisations, including hospitals and...
Making the most of your timber: unlocking the value of low-quality wood
...free from soil or stones for the best results and a good market value. There is strong market for biomass and woodchip, and it can be relatively straightforward to find...
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