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Woodland creation and management to maximise biodiversity

Last updated :28 Jan 2026

Topic: Manage forests

A presentation by Kenny Kortland, our Environment Policy Advisor. Did you know integrating trees into a farm or croft can help your business to grow and become more resilient?

Summary

Integrating trees into a farm or croft can help business to grow and become more resilient. That comes from positive impacts they can have on a farm business, such as: 

  • shelter and shade for livestock
  • generating income from timber and carbon credits
  • getting value from less productive land
  • supporting your soil
  • flood prevention and improved water quality
  • supporting biodiversity

Woodland creation and management to maximise biodiversity

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