Glyn Arthur Project Update - December 2024

What has been done to date?

• Woodland Survey and Planning
  • Woodland survey and management plan have been finalised to guide restoration strategy.
  • Felling licence application is in progress, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Woodland Management Initiatives
  • Remote sensing work underway to assess the current condition of the woodland and support targeted interventions.
  • Woodland management plan outlines strategies to enhance biodiversity, improve tree health, and promote regeneration.
• Exploring Planting Opportunities
  • Ongoing discussions about planting opportunities, including agroforestry practices such as:
    ■    Individual trees within pastures.
    ■    Enhancing existing hedgerows.
    ■    Establishing shelterbelts to provide shade and wind protection.
  • Any planting initiatives will align with farm needs, focusing on practical benefits such as increased shelter for livestock and improved environmental resilience.

Next Steps

• Complete felling licence application and initiate any approved works.
• Continue remote sensing activities and integrate findings into the management plan.
• Develop a detailed agroforestry planting proposal that supports both ecological and farm operational goals.