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http://www.gwct.org.uk 12-02-2009 12:09:46
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A pea/oat bicrop showing the management challenge of harvest! Part of our research with The NCS Project to ascertain whether we can grow more UK pulses to reduce imports of protein & use of synthetic N in arable rotations 🫛🌾
A great example of #FarmingwithNature on the South Downs near Findon this morning: a #conservationheadland next to a first-year #wildlifeplotmix Bright Seeds & The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust. Not far from this location: a fantastic flock of almost 100 #cornbunting.
News from around Europe 6️⃣: A strong and inquisitive covey of #greypartridge with 10-week old juveniles seen during The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust 57th annual Sussex #partridge count. Dr Julie Ewald
It's been interesting to see the The NCS Project spring pea/oat bicrop trial develop this summer, alongside oat, pea & bean straights. A very late entry on 10th May, harvest planned for second week in September. Then the data crunching begins...
"Salmon need our help now, more than ever" 📽️ Jim Murray GWCT Fisheries Head to gwct.org.uk/saveoursalmon today to show your support.
😱 A ferocious looking mimic, which is absolutely harmless to humans. Learn more about the Hornet Robberfly, this months edition of Megan Lock's 'Species of the Month'. gwct.org.uk/wildlife/speci…