...farm income and environmental benefits? Let’s keep it simple by considering just one possible option with multiple benefits – woodlands for water, which means planting trees to improve water quality...
...deer fence and secure gate, plus rabbit mesh. Image credits: Mark Malins Electric fencing Reusable multi-strand electric fencing can be an effective barrier for deer, particularly on smaller areas of...
...2015. Storms like the ones we have recently experienced are on the increase, prompting experts to look for viable long-term solutions to help mitigate the impact of extreme weather conditions....
...diverse mix of tree species. Oak has a special place in our culture in Britain and is often the first species of choice when creating native woodland. It has many...
...recently announced that The England Woodland Creation Offer will become part of the Local Nature Recovery scheme – one of the new environmental land management (ELM) schemes – from 2025....
...Seed sourcing is an essential part of tree production and one that can sometimes be overlooked. A secure, diverse supply of tree seed is key to creating healthy, resilient woodlands....
...to washing machines, and, of course, timber. Imports of wood, wood products and isolated bark are one of the main ways that tree pests and diseases can enter the UK,...
...England Woodland Creation Offer and the Woodland Creation Planning Grant. Here he looks at the work being done to improve the application process. The England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) was...
...off the ground, and we explored some of the build-up in our August blog. This one looks back at the last 6 months delivering the Government’s commitment to treble tree...
...building a relationship with those farmers on the ground doing the work. They are very busy and not necessarily focusing on new business in the farm. Having someone else helping...
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