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Milton Keynes Natural History Society

Vast expanse of rainforest lost in 2018

Millions of hectares of pristine tropical rainforest were destroyed in 2018, according to satellite analysis, with beef, chocolate and palm oil among the main causes.

Click here to read the rest of the article.: ‘Death by a thousand cuts’: vast expanse of rainforest lost in 2018 | Environment | The Guardian

This entry was posted in Other News on 09/05/2019 by admin.

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    Howe Park Wood:  Nature Day 11.00-16.00

    11am - 4pm
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    Sandhouse Lane Quarry: Di Parsons

    18.45 for 19.00 start

Society News

  • Knocking Hoe National Nature Reserve trip, Saturday 11.06.22 – Matt Andrews
  • A visit to Fineshade Wood, Northants 29.05.22
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  • Visiting Pilch Field on a sunny May afternoon – Jenny Mercer
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