Cheviot Trees announces land acquisition to drive forward expansion
A family-owned forest nursery has announced a strategic land acquisition adjoining to its production site at Foulden, near Berwick.
This expansion for Cheviot Trees is a direct response to the surging demand for cell grown stock and represents a major investment in the next generation of nursery technology and innovation.
The additional land will host state-of-the-art growing facilities, allowing the business to further refine the precision-controlled environments that have made it a pioneer in the sector by integrating robotics, advanced irrigation systems and enhanced environmental monitoring.
This expansion solidifies Cheviot Trees’ role as a key partner in the UK’s environmental goals, providing the high-performance stock necessary for successful woodland creation and carbon sequestration.
Harry Frew, managing director of Cheviot Trees, said: “This acquisition is a clear signal of our commitment to the future of UK forestry.
“We are seeing a sustained increase in demand for cell grown stock as our customers recognise the reliability and performance it offers.
“By expanding our production footprint, we aren’t just growing more trees; we are investing in the infrastructure and technology needed to produce the resilient, high-quality stock required for the next generation of British woodlands.”
Since 1988, Cheviot Trees has played an important part in cell grown plant production. From its base in the Scottish Borders, it utilises cutting-edge nursery practices to supply millions of trees annually to the forestry, landscaping and agricultural sectors.