Land Use Collection (page 3)

Hydroponic waste management system in Kapalai Island, Sabah, Malaysia. To prevent the run off of nitrogen-rich waste on to the nearby coral reefs

Oil refinery at dusk. A tailings pond, for the disposal of waste material from the mining and refining process, is seen in the foreground

Oil refinery at sunset. A tailings pond, for the disposal of waste material from the mining and refining process, is seen in the foreground

Oil refinery near sunset. A tailings pond, for the disposal of waste material from the mining and refining process, is seen in the foreground

Opencast mine, Athabasca Oil Sands
Opencast mine. Aerial photograph of an opencast mine in the Athabasca Oil Sands, Alberta, Canada. This mine is operated by Suncor Energy

Logs. Harvested wood from a conifer plantation. Photographed in Perthshire, Scotland

Deforested conifer plantation and harvested logs

Snow covered field after it had been ploughed. Photographed in Narke, Sweden

Erosion alongside a cracked tarmac road in the West Indies. Fast-flowing surface waters remove large volumes of soil in the form of topsoil and subsoil

Shanghai and the Yangtze, 1989. Image to of two. Shanghai, visible as a grey conurbation towards the bottom left, is one of the largest cities in the world

Las Vegas, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, desert is brown, bare soil is white and water is blue. The lake at far right is Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the world

Oil industry pollution. Tailings settling pond with residual crude oil and bitumen floating on the surface. In the background is the Syncrude oil processing plant

Organic potato plants (Solanum tuberosum) in a domestic garden

Young friesian dairy cows (Bos taurus) in a barn

Mature barley (Hordeum vulgare)
Mature barley crop (Hordeum vulgare). Photographed in Sweden

Calf. Blurred head of a young dairy cow (Bos taurus). This image could be used to illustrate " mad cow disease" (bovine spongiform encephalopathy, BSE)

Cork harvest. Pile of harvested cork bark which has been stripped from cork oak trees (Quercus suber). The cork oak is native to Spain and Portugal

Field of barley at sunset
Field of barley (Hordeum vulgare) at sunset

Grain storage. These tower silos are used to store grain after it has been harvested. Photographed in Australia

Polytunnels growing raspberry plants (Rubus idaeus) in rows. These tunnels are made of polyethylene and have similar effects to greenhouses providing a warm and humid environment

Echeveria derenbergii plants in pots

Potatoes eaten by pests
Harvested organic potatoes (Solanum tuberosum Cherie ). These potatoes have been eaten by agricultural pests, such as rats or mice, while they were still in the ground

Wheat. Ears of wheat (Triticum sp.) growing in a field. Wheat is a grass, and is one of the worlds major cereal crops. The ear at the top of each stalk contains the grain

Commercial forestry. Machine being used to fell a tree

Alkaline soil
Soil testing. A pH meter showing the alkalinity of soil. Farmers and gardeners use pH meters to determine the pH level of soil to assess its suitability for different plants

Apple orchard. Apple trees (Malus sp.) blossoming in an apple orchard

Crop formation, Barbury Castle, Wiltshire

Crop formation, Lockeridge, Wiltshire
Aerial view of a crop formation at Lockeridge, Wiltshire, England. Crop formations are patterns of flattened plants in crops such as wheat or barley

Polytunnels in rows. These polytunnels are being used to cultivate raspberry plants (Rubus idaeus). They are made of polyethylene and provide a warm and humid environment for growing crops

Workers harvesting common reeds (Phragmites australis)

Paddy fields. Rice farmer tilling soil in a field in preparation of planting it with rice. Photographed in Yunnan province, China

Felled logs

Timber floating on a river. Photographed in Savonlinna, Finland

Organic parsley (Petroselinum crispum). This biennial herb is commonly used in Eastern European cooking. There are two main varieties, flat leaf or Italian parsley P

Logging, Canada
Logging. Forestry machinery and felled timber floating on a river. Photographed in Howe Sound, British Columbia, Canada

Chard plant (Beta vulgaris cicla)

Willow sticks in a pile. Image 1 of 2. These strong pliable branches of willow (Salix sp.) will be used in the construction of an art sculpture. To see an image of the sculpture, see E760/271

Forest worker filing a circular saw blade

Almond plantation. Almond trees (Prunus dulcis) in a plantation. Photographed in Alhama de Granada, Granada, Andalucia, Spain, in May

Leek seedlings (Allium sp.) being cultivated

Bulldozing a rainforest, Hawaii
Bulldozing Wao Kele o Puna rainforest, on the slopes of Kilauea volcano, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA. The rainforest was being bulldozed to make way for geothermal development

Field of wheat, Triticum sp
Wheat field. View of a field of wheat, (Triticum sp.). This cereal is an important crop, its grain being used to make flour for bread and pasta. Photographed in Alberta, Canada

Purple sprouting broccoli (Brassica oleracea)

Forestry; old growth fir tree being felled
Commercial forestry. Old growth fir tree being felled. In contrast to the appalling deforestation of many countries, carefully planned commercial logging has led to an increase in forest cover in

Laid hedgerow. Hedge laying is a traditional British and Irish agricultural skill that involves weaving young vertical branches horizontally between wooden stakes interspersed along the length of

Hay turners with radiating spokes

Ripe ears of wheat. Ears of wheat (Triticum sp.) growing in a field. Wheat is a grass, and is one of the worlds major cereal crops. The ear at the top of each stalk contains the grain

Workers planting rice in a paddy field. Photographed in Yunnan province, China

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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.