...to level up access to nature across the country, planting trees in socially deprived urban areas with low canopy cover, in proximity to healthcare and educational facilities. By requiring match...
...grown remains healthy. Many want the land in better condition for future generations and are eager to learn how best to mitigate risks to the environment and ultimately, their livelihoods....
...the young trees and it started to become a problem, which I had anticipated. The trees were getting to a good size but I didn't want to lose them underneath...
Richard Chapman, Deputy Director of Defra’s Nature for Climate Fund Tree Programme, highlights some of the tree planting initiatives happening from organisations across England, showing how we can work together...
...like tool handles to large diameter “standard” trees for timber. These methods created diverse, multi-aged native woodlands that supported rich biodiversity and are still utilised today. By 1900, however, woodland...
...might be too late to save some trees, but you can prepare for future dry weather and take action to anticipate these challenges: Thorough beat-up surveys to assess mortality Towards...
...putting forward project ideas for your area. We encourage communities to come together to make a difference to your local area and remember this special time. To get involved and...
...East Midlands there’s a coppice mapping project where you can get free advice on how to manage your coppiced woodland and help get coppicing back on the map. Contact your...
...there’s never been a better time to plant trees – our Put Down Roots campaign has been promoting the benefits of tree planting and woodland creation to farmers and landowners...
...soils to plant appropriate species, choose a quality nursery, then handle and plant the trees with care and avoiding frost and drought to get things off to the best start....
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