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Better by miles - why food miles matter – Even bigger numbers of people are looking to ‘do their bit’ for the environmentBetter by miles - why food miles matter – Even bigger numbers of people are looking to ‘do their bit’ for the environment
WITH all climate changes issues high on everyone's domestic and international agendas, more people are looking for more ways to help the environment and "do their bit". From plastic bags to recycling and car shares, everything counts. And food is no exception, as one of the most vital parts of our lives. Smallholder talks to rural company Countrywide to find out how they are supporting customers this way and what action they are taking themselves.

Don’t put wildlife in your tank - The RSPB urges caution in thinking bio fuels as the green solutionDon’t put wildlife in your tank - The RSPB urges caution in thinking bio fuels as the green solution
A WELL-KNOWN oil company once exhorted us to "put a tiger in your tank". From April 15 this year, you will be able to fill your tank not only with tigers but with elephants, birds, butterflies and monkeys. How? In a word: biofuels.

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