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There has been so much written against the proposed Badger Cull I do not intend to go into it any further.
If you wish to preserve the lives of a much loved wild animal from eradication please consider signing the petition using the following link. Thank you.
www.league.org.uk/badgerpetition

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A recent survey costing ten million pounds has revealed that our countryside is overrun by Brambles and Stinging Nettles along with a few other invasive species.
I am sure most of us that regularly spend time in the countryside are quite aware of this without such a vast amount of money being spent on the conclusion.
Brambles, [...]

Regarded as the first flower of Spring and a symbol of purity, we delight to see the perennial Snowdrop (Galanthus vivalis) appearing in our gardens and woodlands, as it heralds the closing of Winter and the rebirth of Spring.
However, in the Woodlands of Scotland all is not well for this delicate little plant.
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If, like me, you spend a lot of time outdoors you will notice certain creatures without really thinking about them.
This year certain species are noticeable by their absence.
To date I have not seen a single ladybird, the usual colonies of ants that busy themselves in warm spots like the underside of the slabs in the [...]

The charity, Garden Organic, Organisers of National Welly Week, are no doubt hoping for a wet week to help with their campaign! The serious reason for National Welly Week is to raise awareness of organic gardening.

It is hoped that individuals, families, friends, schools and business will join the campaign by organising fun events to help [...]