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Trees mean better business for egg production

The CEO of a free range egg producer advocates tree planting as an active part of farm management for the commercial and welfare benefits they deliver.

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Protecting trees and woods

Norwich Western Link road threatens ancient woods and trees

Road plans in Norfolk threaten ancient woods and trees and the wildlife that live there. Find out what’s at stake and how you can help.

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Spring tree ID for beginners at Heartwood Forest

Come along on this beginner-friendly guided walk to learn how to recognise different tree species and find out what you can do to help trees in the UK.

Sat 16 May 2026  •  Heartwood Forest, Sandridge

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Winter tree identification: a guide to bark, buds and twigs

Without their characteristic blossom or leaves, winter trees become tricky to identify. Our guide to winter tree identification will help you recognise them using their bark, buds and twigs.

Charlotte Varela  •  04 Feb 2026

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Seed dispersal: 5 ways trees spread their seeds

Trees have found several ingenious ways to ensure their seeds are spread far and wide. Some use wind or water, some use explosive force, and some hitch a ride on passing animals. We look at each of these clever methods.

Amy Lewis  •  23 Aug 2019

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How to prune apple trees in winter

Follow these simple winter pruning tips to keep your apple trees looking good and producing a great crop each season.

Hanako Shimada  •  27 Jan 2026

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More farmers seeking benefits of trees - thousand attend Agroforestry Show 

A 'growing movement' is recognising that trees can offer farm resilience and business opportunities in the face of extreme weather with more than a thousand people joining the Agroforestry Show.

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Types of beetle in the UK: 10 British beetle species to spot 

Of all the animal species known to science, one in four is a beetle. Discover 10 weird and wonderful beetles found in the UK. 

Annabel Kemp  •  01 Apr 2026

Case study

Trees planting on farms without affecting subsidies

A partnership trial to demonstrate how grazing and trees can work together, and to secure new policy which allows farmers to plant without being penalised.

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Protecting trees and woods

Keep living legends alive

Many of our oldest and most special trees are not legally protected. Urge Government to change the law and prevent further tragedy.