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Forestry Commission Launches Grants to Boost Domestic Tree Seed Production
22/09/2022
Domestic tree seed production is to be ramped up with new government funding.
Seed sourcing is seen as an essential part of tree production and one that can sometimes be overlooked. A secure, diverse supply of tree seed is key to creating healthy, resilient woodlands. As part of targets to reach net zero, the government has committed to treble tree planting rates in England by 2025. As planting rates increase, so too will the demand for tree seed. In response, the Forestry Commission has launched the Seed Sourcing Grant (SSG) to support the sector in increasing the quantity, quality, and diversity of Seed Stands and Seed Orchards in England.