To what extent can mulch mats made from sheep wool effectively deter deer browsing, thus reducing reliance on plastic tree guards used to protect tree saplings during woodland creation in the UK?

Effects of a novel deer repellent, Trico ® , on seedling regeneration and coppice regrowth in a North Atlantic ancient woodland

This paper looks to increase the clarity around the new unconventional plastics and biodegradable polymer materials used to make tree shelters and guards.

This report considers woodland establishment practices in European countries facing similar herbivore threats to the UK.

Evaluating viable alternatives to plastic sign usage within the Environmental Sector: Bioplastic, Metal, Mycelium, and Wood.

Saplings should be planted without protective plastic guards, according to an environmental impact study led by UCL researchers.