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Monitoring new pests and diseases on the horizon

Dr Charles Lane, plant pathologist and Observatree lead for Fera Science Ltd describes how potential new threats to our trees from other parts of the world are monitored and introduces Beech Leaf Disease.

Charles Lane  •  14 Nov 2020

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2016 Observatree mentoring events

During September and October, the Observatree project delivered eight mentoring events across Scotland, England and Wales for their network of tree health surveyor volunteers.

Helen Jones  •  22 Nov 2016

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Introducing Dr Mary Barkham: Observatree volunteer and new Chair of the project Board

This blog is an opportunity for me to introduce myself and to summarise what the Board does.

Mary Barkham  •  11 Sep 2018

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Chalara Dieback of Ash on my doorstep

Living in rural North Yorkshire, on the border with the East Riding, provides easy access to beautiful areas of the Wolds, Howardian Hills, Moors and coastal regions for country walks.

Charles Lane  •  01 Jul 2015

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On the trail of Sirococcus tsugae

Lead Volunteer, Andy Gordon, lets us know about his experience of surveying for Sirococcus tsugae.

Andy Gordon  •  14 Aug 2018

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New Year, new leadership

Since approached to take on the role of Observatree Project Manager, I have inevitably been on a steep learning curve to understand the past, present and future direction of the project.

Peter Crow  •  06 Jan 2016

About us

What does Observatree do?

Our aim is to protect the UK’s trees, woods and forests from new and introduced pests and diseases.