How paper pulp could be damaging our countryside, rare breeds may soon benefit from a unique gene bank, how to participate in a hedgehog survey and John takes a scenic drive in Wales. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs looks at the future of rural Britain. We also see Paula's video diary and report on shark tagging and wild cats. A chance to enter the Photo Competition and updates from Chris Baines' Wildife Diary and Wildlife Watch. Farmers try to plan the future following Foot and Mouth.
Rural pubs face tougher licensing laws.
Also, a look at the Crayfish plague and Chris Baines' wildlife diary in Saltwells Wood, then details of what's open in the countryside this Bank Holiday. Also, a rhubarb renaissance and the disappearance of Britains peat bogs. The latest on the foot and mouth outbreak. Charlotte Smith explores the balance of imported and exported meats in the UK and John Craven looks at what can be done in the Peak District.