University of Glasgow plants new forest at Cochno Farm

The University of Glasgow held a ceremony to mark the planting of 20,000 trees across 11 hectares at Cochno Farm and Research Centre, as part of its ongoing efforts to be a leading institution in sustainability. Colleagues from across the University came together to celebrate the planting of the final trees at the site. The new forest will enhance biodiversity at the farm and surrounding area. The planting of the forest is a step towards the University's ongoing mission to be a world-leading institution on sustainability. Among the 20,000 trees planted are various natives species, including Scotch Pine, Silver Birch, Downy Birch, Rowan, English Oak, Sessile Oak, Hawthorn, Black Alder, and Goat Willow. Dr David Duncan, University Secretary and Chief Operating Officer, said: "Cochno Farm is the University's centre for veterinary teaching and research and is increasingly vital for our work on environmental sustainability. "Projects such as this tree planting not only contribute to sustainability through carbon sequestration, but provide a living laboratory for any future research related to sustainability." Dr Roddy Yarr, Director of Sustainability, said: "The planting of 20,000 trees at Cochno Farm is an important step towards the University's long-term sustainability strategy.