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Page last updated at 10:45 GMT, Thursday, 16 July 2009 11:45 UK

Cherries
Cherry growth not dampened by rain
One Somerset farmer has turned his hand to growing an unusual fruit for Somerset - cherries.

Wetland system at Fernhill Farm Festival's sewage treated by ponds
One of the downsides to festivals is the state of the loos but this year's Big Green Gathering is using an innovative approach to dealing with waste.

Ducks at Buckberry Tor Ducks quackers for apples at Tor
A tiny model of Glastonbury Tor is now home to six ducks who have moved in to graze cider apples falling to the ground nearby.


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Beekeepers confident of honey bonanza
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Wild about swimming outdoors
In pictures: Geese on the grass
Boggy home for wildlife
Pioneering project saves eels

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