Houseplant Hacks: Oats and Epsom Salts Myth Debunked
A viral social media hack claims oats and Epsom salts can revive tired houseplants. Our test reveals it leads to mould, gnats, and rot instead of growth.
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Budget Container Gardening: Expert Tips to Save Money
Gardening expert Anya Lautenbach shares practical strategies for creating stunning container displays while avoiding common wasteful spending at garden centres this spring.
Riverford Sales Rise in Organic Market Boom
Riverford Organic Farmers reports a significant sales increase, capitalising on the UK's booming organic market as consumer demand for sustainable food grows.
Norwich Terrier: Britain's Rare Family Dog
With only 140 registered in 2024, the Norwich Terrier is a vulnerable British breed prized for its friendly, playful nature and suitability for modern family life.
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Adam Henson Announces Birth of 14 Piglets on Farm
BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson delights fans by announcing the arrival of 14 piglets at his Gloucestershire farm, sharing heartwarming details on Instagram.
Welsh Council Buys and Demolishes Flood-Hit Homes
Rhondda Cynon Taf council will spend over £2.5m to buy 16 riverside properties in Ynysybwl, demolishing them due to repeated flooding from climate change, with residents expressing relief after years of fear.
Newspaper Trick Banshes Garden Weeds in February
An expert gardener reveals how using everyday newspaper in February can prevent weeds from sprouting all season long, without chemicals or back-breaking pulling.
Farm Worker Crushed to Death by Machinery in Cornwall
An inquest hears how Aleksej Kleinov, 34, was fatally injured by a mini packer while helping a colleague on a farm near Truro. The incident has prompted safety changes.
GM Purple Tomatoes Approved for Australian Sale
Genetically modified Purple Bliss tomatoes, engineered to contain anthocyanin pigments from snapdragons, have received regulatory approval for sale and cultivation in Australia.
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Scafell Pike Named UK's Best Winter Hike Trail
New analysis from outdoor experts Blacks reveals the UK's premier winter hiking trails, with England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, taking the top spot for its challenging ascent and stunning views.
Winter Pruning Secret for Bigger Climbing Rose Blooms
Gardening guru Michael Griffiths reveals a simple late-winter pruning task for climbing roses to encourage larger, healthier blooms this year, with step-by-step advice.
February Gardening Jobs for Spring Preparation
Discover the 10 crucial gardening tasks to complete in February, from sowing seeds indoors to pruning shrubs, ensuring your garden thrives as spring approaches.
Monty Don's Simple Bird Feeding Tip for February Gardens
Gardening expert Monty Don reveals his crucial February task to support garden birds with proper nutrition and fresh water while avoiding grains that attract pigeons.
Live on a Welsh Island for Free by Counting Puffins
The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales offers unique long-term volunteering roles on Skomer Island, providing free accommodation in exchange for wildlife monitoring and visitor assistance.
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Adam Henson's Rare Breed Protection on Countryfile
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson details conservation efforts for endangered Exmoor ponies on his farm, highlighting microchipping and DNA tracking to safeguard the rare breed's future.
Sustainable Bridge House Spans Indian Gorge
An innovative architect has transformed a problematic canyon into a stunning sustainable home in Maharashtra, creating a unique inhabitable suspension bridge structure.
Adam Henson's Honest Countryfile Farm Life Update
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson reveals the exhausting reality of balancing his BBC television career with running his Gloucestershire farm, sharing insights from his recent Cornwall filming trip and future plans.
Amanda Owen's Daughter Clemmy Learns Electrical Skills on Farm
Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen shares a major update as daughter Clemmy, 10, develops practical electrical skills during the ambitious Anty Johns property renovation in the Yorkshire Dales.
Monty Don's February Pruning Guide for Summer Flowers
Gardening expert Monty Don reveals three essential plants to prune in February for better summer flowering, with tips on roses, clematis, and buddleias.
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Gardening Experts Urge Immediate Action for Spring Success
Horticultural specialists including Monty Don and Ciar Byrne recommend essential tasks to prepare garden beds now for a productive growing season ahead.
Greens Target NSW Berry Farm Planning Loopholes
The NSW Greens propose legislation to empower councils in regulating expanding berry farms, addressing environmental and community concerns over planning exemptions.
Monty Don's 4 Must-Do February Gardening Jobs
Gardening expert Monty Don reveals four crucial February tasks including pruning roses, sowing seeds, mulching beds and supporting wildlife to ensure a flourishing spring garden.
Berlin's Potato Flood: Record Harvest Sparks Free Spud Giveaway
A record potato harvest in Germany has led to a massive surplus, triggering a city-wide free giveaway across Berlin as organisations and residents collect tonnes of spuds.
Muker's Wildflower Meadows: A Yorkshire Dales Gem
The tiny Yorkshire Dales village of Muker is home to rare protected meadows that burst into a stunning display of wildflowers each spring, offering idyllic walks and a haven for wildlife.
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Electric Cars Go Mainstream as Global Adoption Surges
Electric vehicle adoption is surging worldwide, reaching mainstream levels in both wealthy and developing nations, driven by falling costs and policy support.
Six More Homes Demolished in Erosion-Hit Thorpeness
Demolition work has commenced on six additional properties in Thorpeness, Suffolk, as coastal erosion reaches critical safety levels, bringing the total to ten homes lost since last October.
Why Winter Cold is Vital for Garden Crops
Discover why a sustained cold period is essential for plants like apples, garlic, and kale to thrive, through processes like vernalisation and frost protection.
Monty Don's 5-Minute Mulching Tip Works Wonders
Following Monty Don's expert January gardening advice on mulching roses and hydrangeas yielded visible improvements in just five minutes of work.
Sandringham Slurry Pit Approved Despite Villagers' Odour Concerns
King Charles' Sandringham Farms has secured planning permission for a large slurry lagoon in Norfolk, despite villagers' concerns about safety and unpleasant odours affecting the community.
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Contraceptive Pill for Grey Squirrels in UK Control Plan
The UK government is funding research into a contraceptive pill for invasive grey squirrels, alongside pine marten reintroductions and landowner grants, to protect native red squirrels and reduce £37 million in annual woodland damage.
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