Marybank Farm Habitat Restoration: Enhancing Biodiversity on Farmland

29th October, 2024

Marybank Farm has been undertaking nature restoration across the farmland, with support from PKC's Nature Restoration Fund.

The project has successfully restored and created ponds, established hedgerows to facilitate wildlife corridors, created wildflower meadows, installed a beebank to support pollinators, and planted native trees. These efforts collectively contribute to the development of nature networks, creating stepping-stone habitats for wildlife within the B-line area.

One of the main highlights of this initiative is the creation of wildflower-rich areas, which are recognized as priority habitats in the Farmland Local Biodiversity Action Plan. These meadows will provide improved habitats for key species such as bats, barn owls, tree sparrows, grey partridges, linnets, lapwings, and skylarks. By addressing and reversing key pressures on farmland—such as overgrazing, loss of boundary trees, agricultural intensification, and habitat fragmentation—the project aims to create a sustainable environment for diverse wildlife.

By implementing these diverse habitat restoration measures, the project not only supports local wildlife but also strengthens the community’s connection to nature.

As the newly established habitats mature and flourish, Marybank Farm will become a haven for biodiversity, showcasing how thoughtful conservation efforts can lead to sustainable agricultural practices that benefit both wildlife and local communities. Through continued commitment to habitat restoration, we can look forward to a thriving landscape that supports a rich array of species for generations to come.

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