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Mystery of ancient 'tree of life' may finally be solved
Scientists have solved the mystery of the origins of ancient baobab trees. According to DNA studies, the iconic trees first arose in Madagascar 21 million years ago. Their seeds were later carried on ocean currents to Australia and also to
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Xylella fastidiosa outbreak in the UK – what would happen next?
According to the experts, Xylella fastidiosa’s arrival in the UK is a question of when, not if. So with that in mind, what can we reasonably expect would happen next? A WHIRLWIND of alien insect pests and microbial pathogens continues to sweep
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A big yellow time capsule: How an LKT skidder is being put to work in the UK
When it comes to forestry, it certainly has its own household names. But as one of just two believed to be working in the UK, Joe White’s LKT 120 skidder might not be too familiar to many. And it boasts a fascinating history to boot. THERE is a
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Volvo to launch hydrogen-powered trucks by end of the decade
VOLVO Trucks has announced plans to build trucks with internal combustion engines that run on hydrogen, with testing set to begin in 2026. The commercial launch will follow later this decade, the company announced. “Trucks where the traditional
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WATCH: The story of the 2024 ARB Show
Featuring more than 70 exhibitors and some of tree care's biggest names, the 2024 ARB Show was once again the place to be - and it was a very special edition of the event. Not only was it the 23rd edition, but it also marked the 60th anniversary
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The key qualities that set Palax's firewood processors apart
Powell’s Forest and Garden Equipment, Wormbridge, Herefordshire, recently welcomed customers old and new to a demo day for Palax firewood processors. Forestry Journal was in attendance to learn more. EDWIN Rusling and Diana Lane are the proprietors
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Livestream ospreys welcome first chick of the season
An osprey which became an online star during the first lockdown and his mate have welcomed their first chick of the season. The chick hatched at Louis and Dorcha’s nest at Loch Arkaig Pine Forest in the Highlands at 6:15am on Wednesday morning.
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Rare English rainforest to become protected nature reserve
England’s largest temperate rainforest is set to become a protected nature reserve. The Borrowdale Valley in Cumbria was declared a national nature reserve by Natural England and the National Trust on Wednesday. This means the 721-hectare National