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Tackling climate change with the right trees in the right place
Trees can tackle climate change and absorb carbon, but what those trees are and how they are managed is key.
Karen Hornigold • 27 Jul 2020
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Protected trees: how to know which trees are protected
Our guide explains the different methods of protection, how to check what’s already in place and what you can do to protect trees that are important to you.
Nicole Hillier • 17 Jul 2020
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How to calculate and reduce your carbon footprint
Learn how to calculate your carbon footprint and the role trees can play in helping to limit your environmental impact.
James Martin • 16 Jan 2020
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Collecting and removing firewood: is it legal?
Ever wondered whether you can collect firewood from one of our woods? Find out how to source sustainable wood and why we chop down trees in our woods.
Rachel Hoskins • 22 Jan 2019
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Fast growing trees for your garden
Trees bring so much to a garden. Choose the best fast growing tree for yours.
Joe Bates • 04 Oct 2018
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What is habitat fragmentation and what does it mean for our wildlife?
Did you know that habitat fragmentation is one of the greatest threats to wildlife globally? Find out what it means and how it affects UK species like the dormouse.
James Martin • 16 Aug 2018
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What is a sustainable forest?
Sustainable management is key if woodland is to meet the needs of both wildlife and people. Learn exactly what this means and why it's so important.
Karen Hornigold • 27 Jul 2018
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What’s the difference between a wood and a forest?
As we celebrate International Day of Forests, learn the difference between woods and forests and why they're both so important.
Eleanor Clark • 21 Mar 2018
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When to prune apple and other fruit trees
Whether you're reviving an old fruit tree, shaping a new one, or encouraging a jumper crop, here's our top advice on what to do and when to do it. From apples and pears to peaches and plums.
Helen Keating • 02 Feb 2018
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Farm diversification: ideas, grants and examples
In these days of pressurised farm incomes, trees and woods may offer a number of ways to help diversify farm income streams and bring cost savings too.
John Tucker • 23 Jan 2018