Ban on the import and movement of ash trees - Fraxinus excelsior

 

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Publication Date

15-03-2021

Last Updated

March 15, 2021, 4:02 p.m.

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Following findings of Ash dieback, caused by Chalara fraxinea, in trees imported for planting, already planted trees and in the natural environment, the UK Government has taken action to ban further imports, unless they are from pest free areas, and movements of ash trees.

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http://www.forestry.gov.uk/newsrele.nsf/web-allbysubject/96686AAF4151BAC180257AA6006C8D4C