Babers is one of the first CRT farms to return positive dormouse results after a fundraising appeal to fund surveys and habitat improvements across its 16 properties.
The survival of dormice is dependent on diverse woodland, species-rich hedgerows and connected habitats that provide year-round food and shelter.
CRT conservation officer Ruth Moss said: “It’s really encouraging to see evidence of hazel dormouse presence on the farm.
“As the survey progresses, the results will build up a more complete picture of where, within the areas surveyed, dormice are present on the farm.
“Having a current set of data helps us to manage these areas with dormice in mind.”
The CRT works with tenant farmers to restore soil health, improve biodiversity and strengthen the natural ecosystem while producing food.
Footprint tunnels have also been installed at Bere Marsh Farm in Dorset and at Pierrepont Farm and Green Farm in Surrey.
