Record-breaking rainfall and a changing climate convinced Leicestershire farmer Rachael Spence that she needed to find a way to combat flooding and improve her soil. The answer? Planting more trees, which have helped reduce flood risk and future-proof her land and business.
We can’t live without the industrious insects that pollinate our crops and support our ecosystem. Many of their populations are in decline, but you can help by creating a haven of nectar and nesting sites on your land this planting season.
Planting trees isn't just about how they look — they can help increase biodiversity, provide shelter, prevent soil erosion, reduce flooding and much more, as more and more farmers are finding.
Trees have far-reaching benefits for all of us. From boosting wellbeing, to helping absorb pollution, to creating habitats for wildlife – planting trees on your land or in your garden is a great way to not only improve your space, but improve life for other people, wildlife and the environment.
Increasing biodiversity, boosting carbon capture, preventing soil erosion, reducing flood risk… these are just some of the many benefits of planting trees, and The Woodland Trust's MOREwoods scheme can help.
The Woodland Trust's MOREwoods scheme, supported by Lloyds Bank, is helping landowners across the country to plant trees in an effective and sustainable way. We take a look at one farmer's experience of what happened.
What are the advantages of planting trees?
With help from the Woodland Trust, Christopher and Helen Neave turned their blank canvas into a veritable haven for wildlife.
Forget toasters and fondue sets – a dedication with the Woodland Trust makes the perfect present for newlyweds, a romantic and thoughtful gift that everyone can enjoy.
Whether for tree planting on a farm or private land, the Woodland Trust can offer invaluable help in a number of ways, including tailored advice, grants and funding.
Birds, pollinators and other wildlife now have a refuge to feed, rest, and nest on the 1000-acre Manor Farm in Avebury, Wiltshire.
