...in high traffic environments is therefore critical to give them the best chance to survive, protecting the public investment for all. If you have any queries on the three funds...
...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...
...best solution to help protect our plants and trees. However, many pests and pathogens can enter the country by other means including people bringing plants back from abroad, while some...
...as a professional member. My role as a Woodland officer involves dealing directly with landowners providing advice on how best to manage their woodlands and what incentives are available to...
...these upland landscapes works best hand in hand with leaky dams, sphagnum moss planting and other upland restoration techniques to reduce flood risk for our downstream communities. Whilst in its...
...corners or clumps of trees can be vulnerable to livestock and are best protected by stock fencing, which can also deter deer. Larger projects can incorporate well-managed rides and open...
...watercourses. A shelterbelt is typically located on the upwind edge of a field, although if you want to tackle ammonia pollution from the air, it’s best to plant downwind from...
...stronger teams in core Defra, Forestry Commission, Natural England and Community Forests all striving to identify the best places to plant and establish new trees and woodland, working with landowners...
...a good indicator of the impact of browsing on the woodland. Surveys are best done before the spring growth masks the impacts; this can happen earlier in the south of...
...to fare better. If we act now we have the best chance of making our woodlands and forests more future-proof and resilient by the end of this century. Enjoy reading...
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