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Author Archives: Austin Brady
Chalara ash dieback – what next?
It’s been a while since my last blog on this subject but the question of ash dieback, and tree pests and diseases in general, has never been far from my mind. The level of public concern and media interest in … Continue reading
Re-thinking tree planting?
I find I am, to some extent, on a similar wavelength to Andy Byfield in his Guardian piece on tree planting. Perhaps more so in the light of recent developments that emphasise the need to think how we can deliver … Continue reading
Posted in Austin's blog, Climate Change, Conservation, Forests Report, Oaken Wood, Planting, Tree pests & diseases
Tagged #ashdieback, Andy Byfield, biodiversity, conservation, Guardian, Independent Panel on Forestry, Plantlife, resilient landscapes, tree planting, Trees, wildlife, Woodland creation, woodland trust
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Ash Dieback (Chalara)
The arrival of ash dieback disease (Chalara Fraxinea) on our shores is a real tragedy. The likelihood of major damage to our native and ancient woods, copses and hedgerows seems to be growing each day as we find out more about … Continue reading
Posted in Austin's blog, Conservation, Government Affairs, Tree pests & diseases
Tagged ash, ash dieback, ashtag, chalara, Forestry Commission
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Austin’s Blog: Location, Location, Location…
No, I haven’t branched out into the property business, but was struck recently by a parallel with the world of Phil and Kirstie revealed by the Forestry Commission’s inspired changes to their woodland planting grants in England. Our work at … Continue reading