Tackling tree pests and diseases at our borders
...in any firewood, and this enabled us to gain an insight into the trade and develop an inspection regime based on risk. These inspections have demonstrated that most of this...
...in any firewood, and this enabled us to gain an insight into the trade and develop an inspection regime based on risk. These inspections have demonstrated that most of this...
...and Western Red Cedar. In some cases, it’s less about introducing entirely new species and instead sourcing seeds from further south. For the south of England, for example, that can...
...value that local champions can humbly provide to local trees; carrying out essential maintenance, planting, and monitoring on the ground. Investing some time to empower and inspire more people within...
...intensive investigation to ascertain the extent of infection. This informs decision making on the appropriate restrictions required, such as on timber movement or specifying work to be undertaken under a...
...increasing stand diversity and structure in order to adapt to the threat from pests and diseases. Take a look at ‘Managing England’s woodlands in a climate emergency’ for more information....
...Found in south-west London in 2006, it is thought to have been accidentally imported on oak trees in 2005. Since then, the population has slowly expanded, particularly across Greater London...
...specific fungus that I know is also present in my own woodland, it is a good indicator that I will likely spot it in my area within the week. This...
...woodland in the winter of 1988/89. The original plans were for a main planting block at the top of the field along with hedgerow trees on the south side and...
...and improve soil for other plants. There are hundreds of species of mosses in the UK, of countless shapes and textures. Species like sphagnum moss thrive in boggy areas including...
...forestry Forests are spaces that connect people to nature and each other. People in forestry are central to managing, preserving and innovating in these landscapes. John Deakin, Head of Trees...