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Locally sourced 'wool logs' help peatland restoration in Antrim hills

The Ulster farmers Union (UFU) and Ulster Wildlife collaborate on an innovative wool restoration trial on Slievenanee Mountain

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
clock • 3 min read
UFU and Ulster Wildlife collaborate on innovative wool restoration trial in Antrim hills
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UFU and Ulster Wildlife collaborate on innovative wool restoration trial in Antrim hills

A new innovative peatland restoration trial using locally sourced wool has been launched highlighting the potential of natural, locally sourced materials in addressing environmental challenges...

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