This town in Loire-Atlantique raises awareness of the importance of hedges

L he bocage offers a complement of resources favorable to fauna and flora underlines Pierrick Guégan, deputy mayor of Nort-sur-Erdre in charge of the Environment and Sustainable Development.

Hedgerows are buffer zones to regulate runoff

It is also a refuge for many species useful for agricultural production. In a context of increasing greenhouse gases, hedges covering the territory contribute to carbon storage. They are also buffer zones to regulate runoff.

These hedgerows will include nearly twelve species of trees and shrubs, most of which have the “local plant” label.

Financial support

All planting projects will be supervised by City agents from the Green Spaces and Environment department.

These plantations benefit from financial support from the Loire-Bretagne Water Agency, as part of the Biodiversity 2023 call for projects.

Saturday November 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., all public, free, upon registration on 02 51 12 00 74 (the meeting place will be communicated at the time of registration). It is advisable to bring gloves and boots. The rest of the equipment will be provided on site.