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Former farmland to be restored to boost wildlife
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In Short: A former arable land farmed by a family for 80 years will be restored to an orchard and wildlife area.
A family-owned arable land farmed for approximately 80 years is set to be transformed into an orchard and wildlife area, aiming to enhance local biodiversity.
The project will focus on restoring woodland and scrub in the area, complementing existing grassland with specialist wildflower and herb seed mixes.
According to the BBC, the new wildlife area will sit within a 'wildlife corridor' adjoining Highpark Wood, an ancient woodland, and the Great Gaddesden Water Meadows, which are home to the River Gade, a rare chalk stream, otters, and water voles.
This initiative is expected to boost local wildlife and contribute to the conservation of rare habitats.
The restoration project represents a significant shift from traditional farming practices to a more environmentally focused approach, highlighting the growing importance of wildlife conservation in agricultural landscapes.
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