This is a beautiful traditional orchard with many varieties of apples, pears, plums, cherries and gages, some of which are local to Cambridgeshire- plus a small hazel tree plot thatwe coppice every sevenyears. Our focus is not on disability but on the ability of each individual to build their independence and gain workand social skills. We have strategically selected Darwin as a mango-growing region to extend the start of Honey Gold season and meet consumer demand for quality, Australian mangoes. A small team is employed to develop the Darwin mango farm.

Burns did not respond to a request for comment. Guardian Australia sent questions to Hermès and asked to speak to a representative, but did not get a response. An EPA statement to the Guardian said the project had been granted environmental approval, and that PRI had also indicated it would apply for a wildlife trade permit.Our volunteers are a vital part of Darwin Nurseries. They bring ideas, skills and enthusiasm that are invaluable. Many of the projects we have undertaken would not have been possible without our team of dedicated volunteers. East of England, NHS Specialist Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism Provider Collaborative

Come in and look round and say hello. If you have any queries just ask. We are here to help. The permacultureplots Upon opening up Jetlato for the first time, prepare for the senses to be overwhelmed by a loud and complex nose highlighted by diesel fumes, ripe orange rind and musky lavender, cut by the aroma of a pungent, piney surface cleaner. Grinding the bud up brings out some sweeter notes. Interestingly, after handling this Jetlato, the scent that lingers on the fingers is pure Gelato. As you arrive and park the car you will see Bee Orchid Wood which was established in 2014 with trees donated to us by the Woodland Trust. Nestling amongst the trees is the magical Chestnut Cottage. Everything we do is about empowering and enabling co-workers to achieve their personal goals and explore their potential. Cultivating confidenceHe said Australia’s national code of practice covering crocodile farming was “now over 10 years old and in need of review”. Hermès is a very conservative company – it’s them trying to do the right thing. Australia has an excellent reputation for its crocodile management program worldwide.”

Horticulture has many amazing benefits and we see first-hand how it can transform lives. Physical health can improve through exercise and strengthening muscles and simply making people feel better for being outside. Nicola Beynon, of Humane Society International, said brands including Chanel, Mulberry and the owners of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger had adopted animal welfare policies “against using exotic animal skins such as crocodile”.Unregulated hunting of crocodiles in Australia drove numbers dangerously low until rules protecting them were introduced in the early 1970s, Webb has written. He said the number of saltwater crocodiles in the wild was now healthy and stable. Darwin Nurseries is a horticulture project and farm shop where adults with learning disabilities and mental health challenges gain the skills,independence and confidence to take an active role in the community.