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Welsh Government introduces compulsory housing measures for poultry and captive birds and additional biosecurity requirements for game birds in response to avian influenza
The amended Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) came into force at midnight on Thursday 13 November.
In a statement, Welsh...
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Written by Isabella Dreist, Placement student
Hedgerows are a defining feature of the British countryside, offering far more than aesthetic appeal. When managed with care, they provide a wealth of ecological benefits and contribute meaningfully to sustainable land management. Here are five key re...
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By Mike Swan, Senior Advisor
Twenty or so years ago I struck up a slightly weird ‘friendship’ with a man who owned a few acres of woodland in Devon, where he lived in a yurt. He was not against shooting, and was positively enthusiastic about my passion for coastal wildfowling, but he hated the bi...
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Scientific research, practitioner evidence and environmental accreditation are essential for sustainable game management -- the take home message from GWCT’s lowland gamebird conference.
GWCT chairman Sir Jim Paice introduced the conference by saying that while there are currently no indications ...
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The GWCT West Tayside committee organised a day for a team of young guns at Errol Sporting on 18th October. The aim of the day was to give an opportunity of a full driven day shooting to a group of young enthusiasts. We asked for each nomination from estate managers, gamekeepers or likewise who b...
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Written by Jayna Connelly, Science Communicator
Tree planting is often seen as a universal fix for climate change, biodiversity loss and even economies via carbon credits. But ask any conservation scientist at the GWCT and they’ll tell you that it is just not that simple.
When done well, woodland...
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As winter seems to be in full swing, many organisations such as the Wildlife Trusts and RSPB are encouraging us to feed the birds. They are reminding everyone to maintain consistency, while also advising on what and how to feed for the best results. This is largely targeted towards garden birds, ...
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