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South West tree giveaway
We're giving away more than 100,000 trees to farmers across the South West of England in partnership with Lloyds Banking Group.
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Blog
Foraging in February: mushrooms, nettles and early flowers
Even in February, green shoots and early spring flowers are starting to appear. And they’re growing quickly. Here are some spring plants and winter fungi to look out for.
Helen Keating • 22 Feb 2018
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Blog
Foraging in October: berries and nuts to find this autumn
Our top foraging finds for October with top tips on where to find, when and how to use them.
Helen Keating • 26 Oct 2017
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Press centre
Woodland Trust highlights ‘ticking threat’ of uncontrollable wildfires
An increasing threat of wildfires amid rising temperatures and Met Office warnings could have a "devastating" impact, according to the UK's largest woodland conservation charity.
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Visiting woods
Nature's Calendar
Help monitor the effects of climate change on wildlife near you. Your records contribute to a growing body of evidence on global warming.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Crustaceans
Woodlice are land-based crustaceans and industrious nutrient recyclers and look under any rock or stump and they'll be there!
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Trees woods and wildlife
Phytophthora lateralis
A fatal fungus-like species that attacks Lawson cypress, Phytophthora lateralis stops trees from transporting vital nutrients.
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Practical guidance
Ancient tree guide 1 – trees and farming
A guide to the effects of farming on ancient trees, their value to wildlife, and the simple measures that can help prevent damage and premature death.
PDF (775 KB)
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Case study
Building a successful and sustainable woodfuel partnership
Harvesting timber for woodfuel can offer renewable energy and a boost to rural business while removing non-native conifers from ancient woodland sites.
PDF (756 KB)
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Practical guidance
The role of trees in arable farming
Native trees and hedges on arable farms can improve productivity and landscape resilience, increase product diversity, and provide environmental value.
PDF (2.35 MB)