Tag Archives: tree planting
Engaging schools in the wonder of woods and trees: the pupil’s persective
Changes to the curriculum in England are a worry for us, as we work so closely with children in schools. Continuing our mini blog series for this campaign, our Schools Development Manager, Karen Letten, shares her view: “Here at the … Continue reading
Ben Law – a rare species!
The Woodland Trust was recently approached by documentary film maker Robert Stern. He is currently filming with Ben Law, Grand Design’s most popular self builder who wowed and amazed millions with the way he harmoniously synced his life with his woodland surroundings. He wanted to share … Continue reading
Pontbren farmers – a beacon for upland livestock farming
Demands on the land The traditional view of nature conservation, forestry and farming is basically one in which all three are seen as competing and conflicting land uses. This view is unhelpful. Farming not only dominates in terms of land … Continue reading
Could the government’s planting target be a springboard for more ambition?
As a special guest in our ‘Forests Report’ blog series, our Director of Woodland Creation shares his reaction to the Government’s promises for increasing woodland cover in England: “For me the most eagerly anticipated part of the official Government response to … Continue reading
Woodland Highlights: February
February brings ever increasing signs of life returning to our woods and trees. The forerunners of spring tease and tantalise the senses, lifting spirits and bringing a smile to all who admire them. Trees/shrubs… The golden male catkins of the hazel … Continue reading
Agriculture Policy 2012 – a year of standing still
What a year 2012 was in agriculture policy – dynamic, innovative, outcome focused… Sorry, I have frequently been told that sarcasm is not a flattering attribute but it is either that or rolling on the floor, screaming in frustration! 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
Ecosystem services and valuing the environment
What’s the problem, who pays – and what about the rest of the natural world? What’s the problem? ‘Ecosystem services’ and ‘Payment for Ecosystem Services’ have gained in prominence in recent years. The UN ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity’ … Continue reading
Community Right to Bid
With all the speculation over what may or may not happen to the planning system in the government’s proposed Economic Regeneration Bill it is important not to forget the Localism Act. On the 21st September the Community Right to Bid came … Continue reading
Horses for woodland courses
Horse logging is now very professional with its own association – British Horse Loggers - its own training scheme and with a professional register of approved contractors across the UK. I recently enjoyed a demonstration hosted by the association’s Patron, HRH Prince Charles, … Continue reading
