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The SRDP 2007-2013 outlines significant forestry options aimed at enhancing the economic value of forests. With a total approval of £128 million for forestry activities, £102 million (80%) is dedicated to woodland creation, covering 21,266 hectares at an average cost of £4,650 per hectare. Sustainable management initiatives focus on restructuring felling, with considerable support for native woodlands (25% of funding). The program emphasizes woodland improvement grants, showcasing a balanced distribution of spending across various forestry types and promoting long-term sustainable practices.
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SRDP 2007-2013 Key Forestry Options • Improving Economic Value of Forests • Woodland Creation • Sustainable Management of Forests • Woodland Improvement Grants • Forestry Challenge Funds
SRDP Approved Forestry Activity Total Forestry Activity Approved = £128m
SRDP Forestry Options Headline Messages £128m approved forestry activity £102m Woodland Creation (80%) £26m Woodland Management (20%) Woodland Creation 21,266 ha approved (average cost £4650/ha) 71% Native Woodland (average cost £4913/ha) Sustainable Management of Forests Restructuring Felling (54% of approved funding) Native Woodlands (25% of approved funding) Woodland Improvement Grants Significant area under Forest Plans (222,262 ha) Even distribution of approved spending across types