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A group of local farmers has set-up a new on-farm water testing laboratory to monitor the health of the Bourne, a tributary of the River Avon. This is the fifth such facility launched by members of the Environmental Farmers Group (EFG) across the Hampshire Avon catchment. The goal is to better un...
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Written by a Winner of the Grand Grouse Draw Day.
One of the aspects of being a supporter of the GWCT is the fun of entering their draws. It is a way of supporting their work with the added spice of a chance to win exceptional days in the field.
I had bought tickets for a day’s driven grouse shoo...
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By Felix Meister, D.Phil., Advisor Scotland
10 December marks the official end of the grouse-shooting season in the UK. Thus, it provides an excellent opportunity to update on the results of the health testing in red grouse carried out by the GWCT Advisory Services in Scotland in 2025.
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By Felix Meister, D.Phil., Advisor Scotland
The beginning of the new calendar year offers an opportunity to reflect on the results of the health testing in red grouse carried out by GWCT Advisory Services Scotland in 2024.
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Red grouse are routinely monitored for the presence of strongyle ...
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Summary: The Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant in Somerset faces environmental scrutiny as EDF Energy contests the installation of an Acoustic Fish Deterrent (AFD), a measure designed to protect local fish populations. A coalition has presented a scientifically backed report affirming the neces...
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By Alex Keeble, Game & Wildlife Advisor
The GWCT has demonstrated through many years of research that good game management can lead to significant benefits to wildlife. Woodlands managed for pheasants tend to support more songbirds and butterflies than non-shooting woods; this is because game...
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Written by Alex Keeble, Advisor (Central England)
The commentary we often see and hear from Wild Justice and others who are not fans of game shooting could lead many people to the conclusion that gamebird management is harmful to the environment. A fundamental point, often missed by those who bel...
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This is a sponsored blog post from a GWCT Partner
We are delighted to say that Stile is growing, and we will be adding new features very soon, including video options, improving the location filter and adding in a Q&A post to help share knowledge and increase the community feel.
If you haven’...
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By Alex Keeble, Central England Game & Wildlife Advisor
Travelling across the country, I witness a variety of pheasant release pens in all shapes and sizes; from temporary top-netted pens releasing a hundred or so pheasant poults to larger, open-topped pens. Release pens should provide a saf...
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Hearing protection and clear communication are both essential on shoot day but these two objectives are not mutually exclusive, thanks to Icom UK radios and SWATCOM hearing protection.
Safety is a top priority in any game shooting scenario, but so is clear and reliable communication, especially w...
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