Nature

Redwood trees are growing almost as fast in the UK as their Californian cousins – new study

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My team’s new study

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  • My team’s new study
    is the first to look at the growth of giant sequoias in the UK – and they seem to be doing remarkably well.
  • However, the changing climate means Californian giant sequoias are under threat from more frequent and extreme droughts and fires.
  • More than 10% of the remaining population of around 80,000 wild trees were killed in a single fire in 2020 alone.

Tree giants from the US


What is much less well-known is that there are an estimated half a million sequoias (wild and planted) in England, dotted across the landscape. So how well are the UK giant sequoias doing? To try and answer this, my team used a technique called terrestrial laser scanning to measure the size and volume of giant sequoias.

  • This gives us a map of tree structure in unprecedented detail, which we can use to estimate volume and mass, effectively allowing us to estimate the tree’s weight.
  • If we know how old the trees are, we can estimate how fast they are growing and accumulating carbon.
  • No native tree in the UK is taller than about 47 metres.
  • Normally, you need to take samples from a tree’s core to get an accurate age estimate but that can damage the tree.

Imagine their potential

  • More recently, there has been a resurgence in planting giant sequoias in the UK, particularly in urban settings.
  • This is because of their carbon storage potential and perhaps because people seem to really like them.
  • But these giant sequoias are here to stay and are becoming a beautiful and resilient part of our landscape.


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Mathias Disney receives funding from UKRI via NERC, the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO), European Space Agency, NASA and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.

EQS-News: 2023 Annual Report and Accounts

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Statements that are not historical or current facts, including statements about the Group's or its directors' and/or management's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements.

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  • Statements that are not historical or current facts, including statements about the Group's or its directors' and/or management's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements.
  • By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend upon circumstances that will or may occur in the future.
  • Please refer to the latest Annual Report on Form 20-F filed by Lloyds Banking Group plc with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC), which is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, for a discussion of certain factors and risks.
  • RNS is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom.

EQS-News: 029 Group SE: Portfolio company Limestone Capital acquires luxurious hotel resort in Sardinia

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029 Group SE (ISIN: DE000A2LQ2D0), a global hospitality and lifestyle platform, announces that its portfolio company Limestone Capital AG, a leading alternative asset manager with a focus on hospitality and travel, has bolstered its Italian presence with the acquisition of a luxurious resort hotel in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia.

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  • 029 Group SE (ISIN: DE000A2LQ2D0), a global hospitality and lifestyle platform, announces that its portfolio company Limestone Capital AG, a leading alternative asset manager with a focus on hospitality and travel, has bolstered its Italian presence with the acquisition of a luxurious resort hotel in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia.
  • The acquisition marks a significant addition to the growing portfolio of four hotels in Italy.
  • Benjamin Habbel, CEO of Limestone Capital, expresses his enthusiasm for this acquisition, stating, "This acquisition represents a great milestone for Limestone Capital by expanding our presence in Italy and adding a luxurious asset in a globally renowned resort destination to our European portfolio.
  • The acquisition of the Sardinia hotel marks a significant milestone in bringing this vision to fruition.

EQS-News: 2023 Form 20F Filed

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Statements that are not historical or current facts, including statements about the Group's or its directors' and/or management's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements.

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  • Statements that are not historical or current facts, including statements about the Group's or its directors' and/or management's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements.
  • By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend upon circumstances that will or may occur in the future.
  • Please refer to the latest Annual Report on Form 20-F filed by Lloyds Banking Group plc with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC), which is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, for a discussion of certain factors and risks.
  • RNS is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom.

Lioness Games Debuts First Board Game Biome on Kickstarter, Races to over $200k in Days

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Lioness Games debuts first board game Biome on Kickstarter, races to over $200K in days

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  • Lioness Games debuts first board game Biome on Kickstarter, races to over $200K in days
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    Leonie Grundler, the founder of Lioness Games, is a former tech industry professional and a long-time board game enthusiast.
  • She worked at Airbnb in Germany and found inspiration for Biome during her time spent in board game cafes in Berlin.
  • I love nature and board games, so it was natural that my first game would be nature, specifically biodiversity, themed.
  • Looking ahead, Lioness Games is committed to designing unique games that spark joy, facilitate connection, foster strategic thinking, and drive wonder among players.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited Announces Normal Course Issuer Bid

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Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2024) - Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX: CNQ) (NYSE: CNQ) ("Canadian Natural") announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") has accepted notice filed by Canadian Natural of its intention to make a Normal Course Issuer Bid ("NCIB") through the facilities of the TSX or other alternative Canadian trading systems.

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  • Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2024) - Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX: CNQ) (NYSE: CNQ) ("Canadian Natural") announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") has accepted notice filed by Canadian Natural of its intention to make a Normal Course Issuer Bid ("NCIB") through the facilities of the TSX or other alternative Canadian trading systems.
  • The price which Canadian Natural will pay for any such shares will be the market price at the time of acquisition.
  • The actual number of common shares that may be purchased and the timing of any such purchases will be determined by Canadian Natural.
  • In connection with the NCIB, Canadian Natural expects to enter into an automatic share purchase plan ("ASPP") in relation to purchases made under the NCIB.

It's a Quadruple-Victory for Pets Global (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in the 2023 Natural Health Readers' Choice Awards

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Four revered titles covering pet care products picked up in Natural Health Readers' Choice Awards 2023

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  • A first-time winner in the much-anticipated annual event, Pets Global is an independently owned, holistic wellness company which was established based on a deep-rooted concern for the welfare of animals.
  • As such, the company exercises its rights to create and produce the highest quality foods and pet-care products for our furry companions, namely cats and dogs.
  • Eric Lum, Sales & Marketing Manager of Pets Global (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the three Awards picked up by Fussie Cat.
  • Also, we always give our best in ensuring quality for all our dry food products, as with all other products from us."

Calavo Growers, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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SANTA PAULA, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calavo Growers, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: CVGW), a global avocado industry leader and provider of convenient, ready-to-eat fresh food, today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024.

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  • SANTA PAULA, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calavo Growers, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: CVGW), a global avocado industry leader and provider of convenient, ready-to-eat fresh food, today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024.
  • As a result, the financial results of that business are reported as discontinued operations in this press release.
  • We expect another successful California avocado season for Calavo in fiscal 2024.”
    “We continue to anticipate completing the sale of our fresh cut business within the fiscal second quarter.
  • Performance in our tomato business has improved in the second quarter, and we expect solid tomato results in fiscal 2024.

IBEROSTAR HOTELS & RESORTS ACHIEVES A 12% REDUCTION IN EMISSIONS GLOBALLY

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Iberostar Hotels & Resorts publishes its "2023 Year in Review" report, detailing the company's progress towards its sustainability objectives.

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  • Iberostar Hotels & Resorts publishes its "2023 Year in Review" report, detailing the company's progress towards its sustainability objectives.
  • Palma de Mallorca, March 11, 2024 - Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, dedicated to developing a model of responsible tourism, released today its " 2023 Year in Review '', outlining the company’s latest sustainability progress.
  • Gloria Fluxà, Vice-Chairman and Chief Sustainability Officer, Iberostar Group outlines: "Our commitment to responsible tourism leads our business on a transformative journey.
  • The company has also reduced its energy consumption (kWh) by 6.5% compared to 2019, with the hotels in the Americas achieving 6.63%.

Mission Produce™ Announces Fiscal 2024 First Quarter Financial Results

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OXNARD, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVO) (“Mission” or the “Company”), a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries, today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024.

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  • OXNARD, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVO) (“Mission” or the “Company”), a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries, today reported its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended January 31, 2024.
  • Capital expenditures were $9.9 million for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2024, compared to $17.6 million last year.
  • For the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, the Company is providing the following industry outlooks that will drive performance:
    The industry is expecting avocado volumes to be relatively flat in the fiscal 2024 second quarter versus the prior year period.
  • As previously announced, the Company will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter of fiscal 2024 financial results today at 5:00 p.m.