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Position statement

Trees and carbon – the Woodland Trust’s position

The Woodland Trust promotes tree planting and woodland creation as a means of reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide and combatting the effects of climate change.

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Position statement

Hedges and hedgerows – the Woodland Trust's position

The Woodland Trust believes hedgerows should be protected, especially those with ancient features, and that more should be created to connect our landscape.

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Position statement

Fracking – the Woodland Trust's position

The Woodland Trust will oppose applications for fracking activity that would impact ancient woodland and will not allow exploration on our land.

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Case study

Planting trees to improve economic returns

A case study demonstrating the benefits of agroforestry on an arable farm, including crop diversification, enhanced biodiversity and reduced wind erosion.

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Protecting trees and woods

How to set up a local group and meeting

A group of passionate, like-minded people could help others understand the value of woods and trees and shape local policy.

Blog

How to identify elderflower and what to do with it

Elderflowers are an all-time favourite forager's treat. Get our top identification tips, along with ideas and recipes on how to use the fragrant flowers.

Helen Keating  •  03 Jun 2021

Position statement

Moving plants and animals for conservation

The Woodland Trust follows and endorses the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) guidelines on conservation translocations.

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Plant trees

How to grow a tree from seed

Growing a tree from a seed needn't be tricky. Find out how to do just that with our simple instructions.

Partnerships

Premier Paper

We're helping Premier's clients combat their carbon emissions by planting trees.