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Cultivating Trees: Coppicing and Pollarding
This episode of "The Poor Proles Almanac" focuses on coppicing and pollarding, two ancient techniques for managing trees to produce a sustainable yield of wood, fodder, and other products. Hosts Andy and Elliott explore the history, ecological benefits, and practical applications of these techniques.
A 400-Million-Year History: Understanding Tree Branching
The episode begins with a surprisingly deep dive into the evolutionary history of tree branching, tracing its origins back to seaweed. This unexpected journey highlights that the ability of trees to sprout and regrow after cutting is not a…
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