Author Topic: Advice on ‘ash dieback’ for woodland walkers  (Read 820 times)

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NewsAdvice on ‘ash dieback’ for woodland walkersFollowing concerns about the spread of ‘ash dieback’ in British trees we’re issuing advice to walkers heading for the woods this autumn. Chalara dieback of ash – known as ‘ash dieback’ – is a disease caused by the Chalara fraxinea fungus which affects ash trees and can lead to tree death. It was unknown in Britain until earlier this year when the first cases were traced back to ash plants imported from the Netherlands. The Foresty Commission has advised that public access to forest and woodland areas doesn’t pose a signficicant risk to the spread of ash dieback which it is believed may be spread by rain splash, by insects or through the movement of diseased plants or logs. Walkers should however follow information on official signs in infected areas to avoid accidentally spreading the disease. Woodland walkers can act as an extra set of eyes, looking out for and reporting any trees which they suspect may be infected to the Forestry Commission. What do if out walking this autumn:
  • follow information and advice on any official signs – such as disinfecting boots
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