Cider firm providing boost to the environment (From Ledbury Reporter)

Cider firm providing boost to the environment

6:00pm Monday 6th July 2009

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WESTONS Cider at Much Marcle is getting together with the Wildlife Trust to provide a boost to the environment.

The new partnership – known as Living Orchards – is part of Westons’ plan to plant 15,000 more apple trees.

The Wildlife Trust is working closely with Westons, advising on the planting of the orchards in order to enhance the number and range of wildlife species. The results will be shared with other cider makers and commercial growers.

Helen Thomas, managing director of Westons, said: “We are always looking for better ways to balance our commercial needs with sustainable land management and we are really pleased that The Wildlife Trusts are working with us on this project.”

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