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Land Use Collection (page 4)

"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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Grain storage

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Polytunnels growing raspberry plants

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Echeveria derenbergii

Echeveria derenbergii plants in pots

Background imageLand Use Collection: Potatoes eaten by pests

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Wheat

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Commercial forestry

Commercial forestry. Machine being used to fell a tree

Background imageLand Use Collection: Alkaline soil

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Apple orchard

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Crop formation, Barbury Castle, Wiltshire

Crop formation, Barbury Castle, Wiltshire

Background imageLand Use Collection: Crop formation, Lockeridge, 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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Polytunnels

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Workers harvesting common reeds

Workers harvesting common reeds (Phragmites australis)

Background imageLand Use Collection: Paddy fields

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Felled logs

Felled logs

Background imageLand Use Collection: Timber floating on a river

Timber floating on a river. Photographed in Savonlinna, Finland

Background imageLand Use Collection: Organic parsley

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Logging, Canada

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Chard plant

Chard plant (Beta vulgaris cicla)

Background imageLand Use Collection: Willow sticks

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Forest worker

Forest worker filing a circular saw blade

Background imageLand Use Collection: Almond plantation

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Leek seedlings

Leek seedlings (Allium sp.) being cultivated

Background imageLand Use Collection: Bulldozing a rainforest, Hawaii

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Field of wheat, Triticum sp

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Purple sprouting broccoli

Purple sprouting broccoli (Brassica oleracea)

Background imageLand Use Collection: Forestry; old growth fir tree being felled

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Laid hedgerow

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Hay turners

Hay turners with radiating spokes

Background imageLand Use Collection: Ripe ears of wheat

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Workers planting rice

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

Background imageLand Use Collection: Pinot noir grapes

Pinot noir grapes (Vitis vinifera) hanging from a vine. Photographed in France

Background imageLand Use Collection: Reforestation

Reforestation. Tree saplings are protected inside plastic tubes. Reforestation can be a commercial venture for wood and paper production, or an environmental initiative following deforestation

Background imageLand Use Collection: Aerial view of a regenerating clear-cut forest

Aerial view of a regenerating clear-cut forest
Regenerating forest. Aerial view of a valley forest which is regenerating after being clear cut. Older, taller trees line the slopes of the valley

Background imageLand Use Collection: Slash and burn agriculture

Slash and burn agriculture. Smoke rising from an area of cleared forest. The trees have been cleared to make way for the cultivation of rice. Photographed in northern Laos

Background imageLand Use Collection: Sugar cane harvest

Sugar cane harvest. Workers resting during the harvest of sugar cane (Saccharum sp.). Photographed in Yunnan Province, China

Background imageLand Use Collection: Courgette plant

Courgette plant (Cucurbita pepo) in bloom

Background imageLand Use Collection: Carrot field

Carrot field in Brittany, France

Background imageLand Use Collection: Hambledon Hill iron age hill fort

Hambledon Hill iron age hill fort. This view is looking across the Blackmore Vale. The ramparts seen here date from the Iron Age

Background imageLand Use Collection: Plant seedlings

Plant seedlings

Background imageLand Use Collection: Rice harvest

Rice harvest. Worker using a sickle to harvest rice (Oryza sativa). Photographed in Thailand

Background imageLand Use Collection: Hay bales

Hay bales being collected from the field. Photographed in France

Background imageLand Use Collection: Wheat

Wheat (Triticum sp.) growing in a field in Normandy, France

Background imageLand Use Collection: Rubber tree plantation

Rubber tree plantation
Rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis) in a plantation. This tree is grown for its milky sap (latex) which is the source of natural rubber. Photographed in Yunnan province, China

Background imageLand Use Collection: Agriculture and mining

Agriculture and mining, from space. Large square agricultural fields are seen by strongly coloured deposits and pools formed by mining activities

Background imageLand Use Collection: Cucumber cultivation

Cucumber cultivation. Fruit, flowers and leaves of a cucumber (Cucumis sativus) growing in a greenhouse

Background imageLand Use Collection: Calves suckling on their mother

Calves suckling on their mother (Bos taurus). Photographed in Aland, Finland

Background imageLand Use Collection: Fields

Fields
Harvested fields. View of harvested fields around a farm house (lower centre). Also seen in the image are grazing sheep (at bottom) and grazing cattle (at top right)

Background imageLand Use Collection: View of a tractor spreading lime

View of a tractor spreading lime
Image of a tractor spreading lime. Lime is formed by calcium compounds, notably calcium hydroxide, and is used in agriculture as a dressing on lime-deficient land and to reduce soil acidity



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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.