“British farms need more trees” – say a thousand farmers and foresters. Agroforestry show 2023 report
A number of us from the Island including friends from Nunwell Home Farm and the Garlic Farm attended the country’s first ever Agroforestry Show recently. The event brought the long-separated worlds of Agriculture and Forestry together to explore systems which combine the two disciplines, which have the potential to form some of the key elements of nature and climate-friendly […]
Sustainable Farming Incentive opens for applications – Need help with your hedgerows?
DEFRA’s Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) opened for applications this week. Among the elements of the scheme are a number of options aimed at the sustainable management of hedgerows. Landowners can apply for assistance in assessing and recording their hedgerows in addition to funding for practical management and restoration work. We can assist with all elements […]
My Story
I have always had a passion for the great outdoors, and trees in particular have always inspired and fascinated me. I have worked and learned in the outdoors for over 20 years now, much of which has been spent on the beautiful Isle of Wight. Much like the fractal shapes in trees, my career path […]