Land Use Collection (page 5)

Carrot field in Brittany, France

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

Plant seedlings

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

Hay bales being collected from the field. Photographed in France

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

Wheat (Triticum sp. )
Wheat (Triticum sp.) in a field. Photographed in Norfolk, UK

Cow (Bos taurus) lying down in grass. Photographed in Oberstdorf, Bavaria, Germany

Onion (Allium cepa Ailsa Craig )
Organic onions (Allium cepa Ailsa Craig ) on a wooden surface

Scottish highland cow. This domestic cow (Bos taurus) has short legs and long horns and is known for its shaggy coat of wavy hair that often partially covers its eyes

Piglet (Sus scrofa domestica) in a field. This animal is reared organically and is free range

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

Mixing organic chicken manure into soil
Mixing organic chicken manure into the soil with a hand hoe around a young broad bean plant (Vicia Masterpiece Green Longpod )

Gardener holding organic chicken manure in pellet form

Tractor cutting grass for silage

Organic onion (Allium cepa White Prince ) in a vegetable garden. The yellow leaves indicate that the onion is ready for harvest

Harvesting wheat grain. Combine harvester unloading wheat (Triticum sp.) grain into a container for storage. Photographed in Victoria, Australia

Tree resin collection
Resin collection. Man collecting resin from a dragons blood tree (Dracaena cinnabari). The dragons blood tree is endemic to the Socotran archipelago of islands, meaning that it is found nowhere else

Farmer drying chillies in a solar drier
MODEL RELEASED. Chilli harvest. Farmer drying a harvested crop of chillis, Capsicum annuum, in a solar drier in order to preserve them

Rye (Secale cereale). Watercolour artwork illustrating rye. Rye is a hardy cereal crop that is native to western Asia. It can grow up to 1.8 metres tall

Hedgerow planting. Three pacific dogwood trees (Cornus nuttallii Audubon ) planted in a hedge. Photographed in a farmers field in Norfolk, England, in autumn

Broad beans (Vicia faba Red Epicure )
Organic broad beans (Vicia faba Red Epicure ). The CDs are being used to scare birds and protect the plants

Potato harvest. Farmer holding a potato (Solanum tuberosum) from a crop of new potatoes

Helicopter over a clear-cut hillside, Canada
Clear-cut forestry. Helicopter hovers over an area of clear-cut forest on a hillside. The helicopter is being used to transport the fallen logs so that they can be stacked by the side of a track

Forest worker sawing timber with a chainsaw

Grains of wheat (Triticum sp.). Wheat is a grass, and is one of the worlds major cereal crops. The grains, part of a structure called the ear at the top of a wheat stalk, are rich in carbohydrates

Cow and newborn calf
Cow (Bos taurus) and newborn calf

Bread wheat (Triticum aestivum). Watercolour artwork illustrating bread wheat. Bread wheat is one of the most widely cultivated cereal crops and has many different varieties and forms

Organic onions (Allium cepa White Prince ) in a vegetable garden. Onions are used as ingredients in cooking and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including potassium

Forest plantation of coniferous trees. A sign reads " New forest. Naturally seeded. 1920." Photographed on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, in the 1990s

Palm tree plantation. Photographed in the Draa river valley, Morocco

Silviculture: inspection of tree nursery seedlings
Silviculture. Inspection of mature fir seedlings at a tree nursery. Silviculture is the cultivation of a tree crop primarily for economic profit

Olive grove. Olive trees (Olea europea) in an olive grove. Photographed in Albomartes, Granada, Andalucia, Spain, in August

Compost made from kitchen waste. Compost is a mixture of decaying organic matter used in gardens to improve soil structure and provide nutrients

Pig drinking
Pig (Sus scrofa) drinking water in a pond. The pink flowers are water lilies (Nymphaea sp.)

Pine resin collection. Pine tree (Pinus sp.) being tapped for its resin. The resin (white) exudes from the v-shaped score in its bark

Globe artichoke plant (Cynara scolymus)

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

Organically grown wheat grass, Triticum sp
Wheat grass. Field of organically grown wheat grass (Triticum sp.). Wheat is one of the worlds most important crops, used to make flour for bread and pasta. Wheat grass is young wheat

Organic black kale cabbage plants (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in a wooden trug. Cabbage is used as an ingredient in cooking and is a good source of vitamin C

Wheat (Triticum sp.) growing in a field

Tea picker at a tea plantation in Kaziranga, Assam, India. Woman gathering leaves from tea plants (Camellia sinensis var. assamica). India is the largest producer and consumer of tea in the world

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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.