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Promotional material: Grascott Farm, Devon

Forestry Commission

January 16
09:00 2023

Grascott Farm, Devon

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Forester Sam Whatmore reflects on his 85 hectare woodland creation project that has allowed local wildlife to thrive whilst also bringing long-term value to their business.

Key facts

  • site: Grascott Farm, Devon
  • size: 212 acres
  • type: Conifer woodland with areas of broadleaf
  • species: Predominantly Douglas fir, together with Sitka spruce, field maple, ash, chestnut and oak
  • date established: 1998-2000
  • grants: Forestry Commission woodland grant and South West Forest grant
  • key objective: Grow high-quality Douglas fir to produce timber and wood fuel, combined with delivery of multi-objective and continuous cover management principles
Published 16 January 2023

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