by growshepwayuk_main | Aug 23, 2024 | environment, Rewilding
Yellow Rattle (Rhinanthus minor) is a true hero in the quest to restore and create wildflower meadows. This semi-parasitic annual attaches itself to neighbouring grasses through its root system, reducing the vigour of the grass. Where Yellow Rattle is present, you...
by growshepwayuk_main | Dec 14, 2023 | environment, News, Rewilding
Kent Country Council (KCC) has been given the lead role in shaping future priorities for nature recovery in Kent and Medway and everyone is invited to take part. A nature recovery strategy called Making Space for Nature in Kent is being developed. The strategy will...
by growshepwayuk_main | Oct 30, 2023 | environment, News, Rewilding
Some great audio recordings from the BBC archives about Natures Great Invaders. Natural history series telling the stories of Britain’s non-native invasive species and the complicated attitudes towards them.
by growshepwayuk_main | Mar 18, 2023 | climate change, environment, Rewilding
Exmoor ponies, Iron-age pigs and Long-horn cattle are roaming alongside wild bison following their release into woodland in Canterbury. The ‘conservation grazers’ begun to arrive at West Blean and Thornden Woods just in time for World Re-Wilding Day, a global action...
by growshepwayuk_main | Feb 20, 2023 | climate change, environment, News, Rewilding
The Wilder Blean bison family is complete as the bull from Germany has now arrived and is already exploring his new home. He joins 3 females and a calf who together will help bring new life into this ancient woodland just outside Canterbury. Now a fully formed herd...
by growshepwayuk_main | Feb 16, 2023 | Bees, climate change, environment, Rewilding
The KNP has a vision for a restored, healthy natural environment that functions as a coherent and resilient ecological network, thriving with wildlife and plants. This natural environment will inspire engagement, underpin human health and our economy, as well as...
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