Posted 2/2/2024, 3:14:59 PM
Funding Cuts Threaten Millions of Trees in Scotland
- SNP funding cuts threaten millions of trees in Scotland; seedlings for new woodlands may be destroyed
- Ronald Christie has been growing 130 million trees, warns market for seedlings will dry up due to funding cuts
- Calls on government to reconsider decision over long-term damage fears for forestry sector
- Christie warns 10 million tree seedlings could be ripped up and burnt this year; similar situation possible next year
- Industry representative says confidence in forestry sector was just returning after years of investment - funding cuts will be a devastating blow