--- title: LAND360 Blog description: Combining data and science, LAND360 provides valuable insight to make sustainable land management decisions. Read more about natural capital decisions here. --- # LAND360 Blog ![green-flowers](https://blog.fera.co.uk/hubfs/green-flowers.png) - [ ALL ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/all) - [ LAND360 ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/land360) - [ Biodiversity ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/biodiversity) - [ BNG ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/bng) - [ Natural Capital ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/natural-capital) - [ Housing Developers ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/housing-developers) - [ Sustainability ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/sustainability) - [ Environment Services ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/environment-services) - [ Mapping+ ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/mapping) - [ Estates ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/estates) - [ Biodiversity Net Gain ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/biodiversity-net-gain) - [ Scoring+ ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/scoring) - [ local planning ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/local-planning) - [ Ecosytem+ ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/ecosytem) - [ Enviromental Services ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/enviromental-services) - [ Fera Science ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/fera-science) - [ SFI ](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tag/sfi) Environment Services ### [How Data-Driven Habitat Assessment Supports Natural Capital](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/data-driven-habitat-assessment) Discover how data-driven habitat assessments with LAND360 help meet Biodiversity Net Gain goals, support funding access, and guide sustainable land... Fera Science May 1, 2025 LAND360 ### [How Science is Key to BNG Success for Housing Developers](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/how-science-is-key-to-the-success-of-bng-for-housing-developers) Discover how housing developers can meet Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements with expert insights from Dr Andrew Swift, CEO of Fera Science Ltd. Fera Science Apr 28, 2025 Environment Services ### [Achieving Biodiversity Net Gain: How Science Can Support Local Planning and Environmental Goals](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/achieving-bng-for-local-authorities) To deliver BNG effectively, LPAs will need to overcome significant challenges, from skills shortages to the complexity of biodiversity measurement. Fera Science Jan 15, 2025 Fera Science ### [Meet the LAND360 Team: Paul Brown](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/meet-the-land360-team-paul-brown) Fera’s Paul Brown explains what led him to a career specialising in remote sensing technology, now supporting developers with BNG guidance within the... Fera Science Nov 20, 2024 Natural Capital ### [How Farmers and Land Managers can create a Biodiversity Management Plan](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/biodiversity-management-plan-guidance-farmers) Developing and implementing a biodiversity management plan led by science and data, can help farmers and land managers make more informed decisions. Fera Science Apr 11, 2024 LAND360 ### [How Housing Developers can ensure BNG is maintained for at least 30 years](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/how-housing-developers-can-maintain-bng-for-30-years) Learn about the different on-site habitat creation projects that can help developers achieve at least 10% BNG for a minimum of 30 years. Fera Science Mar 13, 2024 LAND360 ### [How Developers can create a Biodiversity Management Plan](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/biodiversity-management-plan-guidance-developers) Our team of experts can support housing developers with designing and implementing an effective biodiversity management plan that delivers at least... Fera Science Feb 22, 2024 LAND360 ### [Biodiversity Net Gain Launch Confirmed – What are the Requirements for Developers?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/bng-launch-confirmed-developer-requirements) Discover how housing developers can meet the new 10% biodiversity net gain (BNG) requirements, mandatory from 12th February 2024. Fera Science Jan 30, 2024 LAND360 ### [Who can help Housing Developers achieve BNG?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/who-can-help-achieve-bng) Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation in England is a significant step forward in the protection and restoration of our natural environment. In... Fera Science Jan 23, 2024 LAND360 ### [LAND360 in 2023: Navigating the Landscape of Biodiversity and Land Management](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/land360-in-2023) The LAND360 team has been at the forefront of pioneering solutions that harmonise agricultural and environmental interests. Throughout the year, our... Fera Science Dec 13, 2023 Housing Developers ### [Mitigating Environmental Damage in Development Projects](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/mitigation-hierarchy-bng) Explore how the LAND360 service can help developers apply the mitigation hierarchy, an essential framework to follow for an effective BNG strategy. Fera Science Nov 15, 2023 Housing Developers ### [Onsite vs Offsite BNG Schemes – Factors for Developers to consider](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/onsite-vs-offsite-bng) An analysis of the advantages and drawbacks of onsite vs offsite BNG (biodiversity net gain) options for housing developers – a crucial aspect of BNG... Fera Science Oct 25, 2023 Housing Developers ### [The cost of achieving 10% BNG for developers – a brief guide on BNG credits](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/bng-credits-vs-bng-units-developers-guide) Guidance on BNG (biodiversity net gain) trading options for developers, including BNG calculations and costs that need to be considered now, ahead of... Fera Science Oct 24, 2023 Housing Developers ### [An expert opinion on essential BNG considerations for developers](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/expert-opinion-on-bng-considerations-for-developers) Fera’s Paul Brown explains how incoming biodiversity net gain (BNG) legislation will affect housing developers and the necessary actions to comply... Fera Science Oct 11, 2023 Sustainability ### [How Science And Data Can Inform Farm Business Plans As Demand For Land Increases](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/science-and-data-inform-farm-business-plans) Paul Brown from our LAND360 team explains why farmers and land managers need to investigate and understand their natural capital data to make... Fera Science Aug 15, 2023 Housing Developers ### [Why is BNG Mandatory for Housing Developers?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/mandatory-bng-housing-developers) A guide to mandatory BNG regulations that the housing sector will need to deliver from February 2024, including how to prepare a BNG plan with Fera’s... Fera Science Jul 28, 2023 Housing Developers ### [Introducing LAND360: Enhancing Biodiversity for Housing Developers](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/introducing-land360-enhancing-biodiversity-for-housing-developers) Enhance biodiversity with LAND360, Fera's Biodiversity Assessment Service. Comply with regulations, promote sustainability, and create greener... Fera Science Jul 26, 2023 Sustainability ### [New SFI Update Requires Technical Expertise](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/sfi-options-require-expertise) Read how you can make the most of SFI actions available from August by gaining an accurate picture of your land now. Fera Science Jul 25, 2023 Environment Services ### [Best Practice Principles To Support Biodiversity Net Gain In Housing Developments](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/bng-best-practice-principles) We examine some of the key principles that have been devised to help the housing development industry assess how to achieve biodiversity net gain... Fera Science Jul 11, 2023 Sustainability ### [Exploring Natural Capital Income Opportunities On The Castle Howard Estate](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/castle-howard-natural-capital-income-opportunities) With support from our LAND360 team, the Castle Howard Estate is taking steps towards securing an income from its natural assets. Fera Science Jun 21, 2023 Environment Services ### [How Can Housing Developers Make Properties More Nature Friendly?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/nature-friendly-changes) Housing developers need a range of options for improving existing habitat biodiversity as well as creating new habitats in order to reach required... Fera Science Jun 13, 2023 Sustainability ### [More Clarity And Certainty On Farmland Natural Capital Investment Opportunities](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/scaling-up-natural-capital-private-investment) Dr Glyn Jones, from our LAND360 team, shares what Defra’s plans to scale up private investment in natural capital could mean for farmers and land... Fera Science May 31, 2023 Sustainability ### [AH Worth Case Study – Improving Soil Health For More Sustainable Potato Production](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/ah-worth-case-study) Find out how a farm business has used Fera’s expertise to improve soil health and cut chemical use Fera Science May 19, 2023 Environment Services ### [How Housing Developers can Protect and Maintain Long-Term Biodiversity Net Gain](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/bng-long-term-changes) Implementing effective and sustainable biodiversity improvements is soon to be an essential part of the planning application process for housing... Fera Science May 4, 2023 Natural Capital ### [Guest Blog - Why a Natural Capital Assessment is Fundamental for Farm Businesses](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/anna-beames-guest-blog) CEO of Suffolk FWAG, Anna Beames, shares her experience of applying the LAND360 natural capital assessment service on-farm and why every farmer... Fera Science Apr 25, 2023 Environment Services ### [Short-Term Improvements to Biodiversity on Housing Development Sites](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/bng-short-term-changes) With upcoming biodiversity recovery legislation changes coming into play, what can housing developers do to start improving biodiversity on sites... Fera Science Mar 30, 2023 Environment Services ### [Natural Capital on Farmland – Your Glossary](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/natural-capital-glossary) Discover the meaning of words and phrases being used in conversations around sustainable land management in the UK agriculture and estate management... Fera Science Mar 16, 2023 LAND360 ### [LAND360 Case Study: Helmingham Estate](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/helmingham-estate-case-study) The LAND360 Mapping+ service is being used to help farm manager, Glenn Buckingham, at Helmingham Estate get a picture of the biodiversity and carbon... Fera Science Feb 21, 2023 Natural Capital ### [LAND360 Case Study: Helping North York Moors Farmers to Understand their Natural Capital](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/north-york-moors-case-study) Fera is supporting a group of farmers in the North York Moors to collectively measure the natural capital they manage to help futureproof their... Fera Science Feb 7, 2023 Environment Services ### [Guide to Agricultural Environmental Schemes in England](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/agri-environmental-schemes) What are the latest updates on farm support schemes and how can farmers and landowners be prepared for them? Fera Science Jan 23, 2023 Natural Capital ### [How to Carry Out a Natural Capital Assessment on Farmland](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/natural-capital-assessment-guide) A step-by-step guide to measuring and understanding natural capital on farmland. Fera Science Dec 15, 2022 Natural Capital ### [Examples of Natural Capital across a Farm Business](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/natural-capital-across-farm-business) By investing in natural capital, estate owners and managers can build business resilience and deliver societal benefits, creating a positive legacy... Fera Science Nov 29, 2022 Natural Capital ### [How to Maintain Biodiversity Across Farm Businesses](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/maintain-farm-biodiversity) Harnessing biodiversity can bring positive benefits to farm businesses, society and nature. Fera Science Nov 10, 2022 LAND360 ### [What Tools are Available to Measure Biodiversity and Natural Capital?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/tools-measure-natural-capital) Find out more on the tools and services available to measure biodiversity and natural capital. Fera Science Oct 25, 2022 LAND360 ### [What is LAND360?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/what-is-land360) Understand Fera Science’s landscape assessment tool, LAND360, in more detail. Fera Science Sep 28, 2022 Natural Capital ### [LAND360 Case Study - Castle Howard](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/castle-howard-land360) Find out how the Castle Howard Estate has used LAND360 to support future land management decisions. Fera Science Sep 21, 2022 LAND360 ### [What is Regenerative Agriculture?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/regenerative-agriculture) Regenerative farming practices can help Estate Owners and Farm Managers in meeting the demands of the public and environment. Fera Science Aug 25, 2022 LAND360 ### [How can Harnessing Natural Capital help to Futureproof Country Estates?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/natural-capital-futureproof-estates) By investing in natural capital, estate owners and managers can build business resilience and deliver societal benefits, creating a positive legacy... Fera Science Aug 15, 2022 Enviromental Services ### [How to Measure Natural Capital](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/measure-natural-capital) Harnessing natural capital can help farmers to improve environmental and business sustainability. Fera Science Jul 28, 2022 LAND360 ### [How Can Remote Sensing Technology help Farmers Calculate Natural Capital?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/remote-sensing-technology) Geospatial science can support farmers in making complex decisions about future land use. Fera Science Jun 13, 2022 Natural Capital ### [Why is Sustainable Land Management Important to Futureproof Farm Businesses?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/land-management-futureproof-farms) Harnessing natural capital can offer a new income stream to farmers, helping to futureproof farm businesses. Fera Science May 30, 2022 Environment Services ### [Is Harnessing Natural Capital a Sustainable Solution to Land Use?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/harnessing-natural-capital-sustainable-solution) Harnessing natural capital can help farmers to improve environmental and business sustainability. Fera Science May 23, 2022 Environment Services ### [Natural Capital - what is it and how can it be measured on farmland?](https://blog.fera.co.uk/land360/blog/understanding-and-measuring-natural-capital) Understanding, measuring and investing in natural capital on farmland can benefit farmers and wider society. 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