![]() Such a combined production system has similarities with several systems which are well known in conventional forestry (mixed plantations and coppice-with-standards), in biomass forestry (SRC) and in agroforestry (alley cropping). However, the combined approach of alley coppice has so far received much less attention both in theory and in practice (Unseld 2007 2009 Clinch et al. Much has been written about the management and environmental effects of SRC and agroforestry as separate land management systems. An innovative approach to boost capacity is to combine the production of SRC and valuable timber trees on the same land unit so as to capture all available light more efficiently. At the same time, the demand for high-quality timber, such as common ash ( Fraxinus excelsior L.) and sycamore ( Acer pseudoplatanus L.), has outstripped supply and needs to be increased (Becker and Klädtke 2009). Additionally, in recent decades, the interest in renewable energy has grown, and thousands of hectares of short-rotation coppice (SRC) have been planted worldwide to satisfy biomass requirements (Fiala and Bacenetti 2012 Schweier and Becker 2012). ![]() It has been shown that the natural forests of the world do not have the capacity to sustainably meet the current demand for timber and for fuel wood (Fenning and Gershenzon 2002). It is predicted that by the middle of the twenty-first century, the greatest proportion of human wood consumption will come from planted forests, most of them intensively managed (Sedjo 2001). Conclusionīased on existing knowledge, a solid foundation for the implementation of alley coppice on suitable land is presented, and the high potential of this system could be shown. ![]() We describe and discuss the basic aspects of alley coppice, its design and dynamics, the processes of competition and facilitation, issues of ecology, and areas that are open for future research. Methodsīased on a comprehensive literature review, we compare the advantages and disadvantages of the alley coppice system and contrast the features with well-known existing or past systems of biomass and wood production. The aim is to describe this alley coppice system and to illustrate its potential for producing two diverse products, namely high-value timber and energy wood on the same land unit. We explore an innovative production system that combines the production of short rotation coppice in wide alleys with the production of high-value trees on narrow strips of land it is an alternative form of alley cropping which we propose to call ‘alley coppice’. If you'd like to bring our own foraged hedgerow or home-grown material to make with then please do, it would be brilliant! We recommend that willow is cut and air dries for at least a fortnight before use.Current production from natural forests will not satisfy future world demand for timber and fuel wood, and new land management options are required. Everything we make will be fully compostable, or can be treasured for years to come. Zero waste, organic materials will be provided by us, but please feel free to bring along your own string or ribbon if you are planning on a particular colour scheme for your Xmas decorations. There will be plenty of tools for you to borrow if you don't have any of these. No previous experience is necessary, we'll guide you every step of the way, but if you have any basket making tools please bring them along, we will be using: ![]() You can book the morning session, the afternoon session, or both. In the afternoon the theme is Stars: we will make Swedish Christmas Stars, Christmas Tree stars, and multiple hanging tree decoration stars. In the morning it's all about Trees: we will make a tree centre piece in willow and hazel, and lots of tree hanging Christmas decorations. The day will be in two parts, you can come to the morning session, the afternoon session, or even better, both. We'll also have a small pop-up shop with sustainable Xmas gifts and local, ethical and seasonal products. *************************************************************************ĭreaming of a more sustainable Christmas? Then come and join Willow Coppice for a willow weaving workshop, where your will make your own creative and sustainable Christmas decorations in locally grown willow and wood, so you can have fun weaving, and take home some eco-friendly and beautiful decorations for your festive season! Please email to find out about future evenets and courses. FULLY BOOKED but please pop along to say hi and see our tiny xmas market if you'd like. ![]()
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