Land Use Collection (page 11)

Coffee plant with fruit
Indonesia, Sumatra, coffee plant (Coffea sp.). Clusters of fruits are attached to its woody branches by very short stems

Oil palm tree with fruits
Malaysia, Sarawak, Borneo, oil palm tree with fruits

Harvesting potatoes. Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) being harvested and transferred straight into the truck for transporting

Lettuce crop (Lactuca sativa). Photographed in the Loire Valley, France

Sunflowers (Helianthus sp.) in a field. Photographed near Saumur, Loire Valley, France

Cattle in a field
Cattle (Bos taurus) in a field

Hedge cutting. Tractor with a hedge trimmer tidying up the box hedge borders of a narrow country lane. Photographed in Devon, UK

Alpacas (Vicugna pacos). These animals are bred for their hair, which is used in textiles. Photographed in New Zealand

Alpaca (Vicugna pacos). These animals are bred for their hair, which is used in textiles. Photographed in New Zealand

Sowing a cereal crop in mid March with black-headed gulls feeding on worms and insects turned up by the machinery. Photographed in Dorset in the UK

Buckwheat (Fagopyron esculentum)
Flowers, stems and foliage of Buckwheat (Fagopyron esculentum). Planted as a crop in central France

Cornfield meadow in France
Poppies (Papaver rhoeas) and cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus) in a cornfield. Photographed near the Ecrins National Park, France in the summer

Spinach crop. This crop has been planted using the strip-till method. This method, which uses minimal tillage, increases yields and prevents soil erosion

Barley (Hordeum vulgare)
Ripe Barley (Hordeum vulgare) in a field

Edge of field with wildflowers
Wildflowers including poppy, white mustard, and Echium) surviving at the edge of a cultivated field. Although many fields are deep ploughed and even subjected to weed killer

A felled tree trunk
A Scots Pine tree trunk (Pinus sylvestris), felled during forestry operations, showing its growth rings

Plasticulture, Spain
Plasticulture. Crops covered in plastic sheeting in a valley. This plastic sheeting is used to protect the crops and provide optimal growing conditions. Photographed in Almeria, Spain

Black kale (Brassica Nero De Toscana )
Black kale plant (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in an organic vegetable garden. Photographed in winter

Brassica napobrassica Angela
Swedes (Brassica napobrassica Angela ) under protective nets

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum Charlotte ) in a vegetable bed, being lifted by a garden fork

Organic vegetable garden. Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is growing in the foreground, with spinach (Spinacia oleracea) at the rear

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris Bolthardy ) growing in a vegetable bed

River Nile Delta and Suez Canal, Egypt, satellite image. North is at top. Water is black, vegetation is green and arid land is brown. The image data has been decorrelated to enhance the colours

London, coloured satellite image
London, UK, coloured satellite image. Theregion has been colour-coded: red areas areresidences, cyan areas are industrial and greenand yellow areas represent thick and shortvegetation respectively

Cherry orchard (Prunus sp. )
Cherry orchard ( Prunus sp. ). Photographed in theBrogdale Orchard, Brogdale Horticultural Trust, Kent, UK

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"Exploring the diverse tapestry of land use: from the iconic Wimbledon tennis complex in the UK, where sports and leisure meet on carefully maintained grounds, to the majestic Stirling Castle in Scotland overlooking a landscape shaped by centuries of human settlement. Witnessing agricultural marvels like a combine harvester off-loading grain, showcasing how modern technology aids efficient land utilization. Amidst bustling cities lies Newcastle United's St James Park Stadium, an urban oasis blending recreation with city life. Nature's wonders also take center stage as we encounter Highland cows grazing peacefully amidst rolling Scottish hills and charming Angora goats showcasing their luxurious fleece. The vibrant presence of roosters and hens reminds us of sustainable farming practices that rely on responsible land management. Delving into culinary delights, we discover parsnips thriving in fertile soil; Pastinaca Tender and True variety offering a tantalizing taste experience. In contrast to nature's bounty, an oil refinery at night illuminates industrial landscapes shaped by mankind's pursuit of energy resources. Embracing equine beauty, we are captivated by the gracefulness of Highland ponies galloping freely across vast meadows while Hereford cows symbolize traditional livestock farming methods passed down through generations. And finally, meeting llamas who have found their niche in various roles from companionship to wool production. " In this captivating journey through different facets of land use, one thing becomes clear - our relationship with the earth is multifaceted and ever-evolving. From sporting arenas to natural habitats and everything in between, each corner holds its own story within this intricate web woven by humans and nature alike.