The NFU launched its new Tree Strategy at the Great Yorkshire Show
The NFU in England and Wales has urged the Government to adopt a “right tree in the right place” approach to forestry legislation.
The union made the comments as it launched its Tree Strategy at the Great Yorkshire Show in Harrogate.
The strategy calls for future tree planting legislation to ensure the right tree species are selected and appropriately sourced to match the location, and for more incentives to encourage landowners and farmers to bring existing woodland back into active management.
It says bringing existing woodlands back into management should be a priority over encouraging new plantings, and the UK Government must take steps to address existing barriers to tree planting such as clauses in farm tenancy agreements which prevent tenants from planting trees.
NFU launches national tree strategy at Great Yorkshire Show
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