...‘low sensitivity’ e.g. away from designated sites, deep peat, and the best and most versatile farmland. There are 3 million ha of this land. We only need around 8.5% (260,000...
...nurseries. Why Plant Healthy? Recently I read the Chinese proverb: the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now. The timeframe reminded me...
...a more attractive prospect. Before you apply for the Guarantee, you will need to have registered with the Woodland Carbon Code, which provides the tools and information required to plan...
...revenue streams can be generated from planting through the sale of carbon credits under the Woodland Carbon Code. Furthermore, harvesting trees for timber and firewood can also provide reliable short...
...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...
...you deliver and make best use of the resource you have. Understand the priorities of other teams and stakeholders and promote trees as assets specify robust biosecurity throughout procurement -...
...they are or have been intentionally managed for the benefit of society and the landowner. Central to this management is the production of timber. Far from conflicting with nature, the...
...Commission protects, expands and promotes sustainable management of woodlands in England. We are committed to supporting the development of these Strategies, alongside Natural England and the Environment Agency, and helping...
...a tree is felled for timber, it gets converted into different products. Each product is made based on the best use of the tree and its unique qualities, for instance...
...going to chair your meeting and manage engagement. Decide if this needs to be an evening or daytime meeting and be aware this will draw in different audiences. It’s best...
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