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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Emily Beament

New guide to encourage ‘farming with trees’ details 33 best species to plant

Planting the right kind of trees in the right place can help farms be resilient to climate change (Forestry Commission/PA) -

Farmers are being encouraged to plant trees such as hornbeam, beech and walnut to improve food production, farm businesses, and the environment.

The Forestry Commission’s Forest Research agency has developed a new tree species guide for UK agroforestry systems with the University of Reading, providing information on 33 species of trees best suited for planting on farmland.

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