Felling plan to save native trees
June 30, 2005
Millions of conifers and other non-native trees are to be felled in the next 20 years to regenerate indigenous trees in England's woodland.
Oak, ash and beech would be encouraged to naturally seed and regenerate, said Forestry Minister Jim Knight, and Lord Clark, of the Forestry Commission.
Shading from conifers and over-grazing by livestock had taken their toll on ancient and native woodland, they said.
Lord Clark said woodlands were "jewels in the crown" and needed to be saved.
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