This episode has been recorded with Farming Connect Specialist Officers, Lynfa Davies and Geraint Jones. They explore what invasive non‑native species are and why they matter, particularly in woodland and farm environments. We explain how these plants, animals, and pathogens—often introduced through human activity—can spread rapidly, outcompete native species, and disrupt entire ecosystems. From tree diseases like ash dieback to damaging pests such as the yellow-legged Asian hornet, we discuss the real impacts: loss of biodiversity, threats to local wildlife, economic costs, and long-term damage to landscapes. Put simply, these are species that don’t belong—and when they take hold, the environment pays the price.
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