Being Green 14 July 23_Jacklyn Farmer, Cape Nature conservation officer

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The Clanwilliam cedar, that gave the Cedarberg its name, was once found in large groves across the region. But since 2013, this majestic and ancient tree has been listed as critically endangered. In Being Green this week, Glynis Crook speaks to Jacklyn Farmer, an off-reserve conservation services officer at CapeNature, about programmes to increase its numbers in the area.

14 Jul 2023 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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