...cottages, with the pandemic causing a 500% increase [note 4] in such holidays. A farm in County Durham has seen increased demand and a higher nightly fee for their holiday...
...production can produce similar levels of income to agriculture in the long term, especially on marginal land. Landowners can also access income from carbon markets via the Woodland Carbon Code....
David Bliss, CEO at the Lowther Estate, shares how the estate converted low-value farmland into woodlands that deliver income, support nature and support their agricultural enterprises. Sustainable timber production and...
...mixed broadleaf trees. High Meadows Wood enhances the landscape and enriches local biodiversity and nature, and there has been a noticeable increase in the variety of insects and birds that...
...a central block, but the latter was replaced with an orchard towards the bottom instead. Measuring just 2000 square metres, the main block was small but planted with a wide...
...manage and control it in England. For centuries, the oak has stood at the heart of British identity – woven into our folklore, stitched into royal emblems and rooted deep...
...fungi which form an underrepresented group in conservation listings. If you are interested in boosting biodiversity in your woodland, read Forest Research’s guide on managing deadwood in forests and woodlands....
Emily Robinson, Content Officer at the Forestry Commission, introduces the autumn season changes we can expect in woodlands as trees and wildlife begin their preparation for winter. September marks the...
Chris Watson, Woodland Resilience Adviser, explains how sustainable woodland management, underpinned by timber income, is crucial to ensuring our woodlands continue to thrive. In this blog, Chris invites Nature Recovery...
...predators and rest during the day. Abundant Food Supply: These habitats are rich in insects, snails, worms, and other invertebrates, which are key components of a hedgehog's diet. Climate Regulation:...
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