Case Studies

Tree pest and disease case studies

Ash dieback

Dieback of ash, a disease caused by the fungus Chalara fraxinea, was identified in the UK in 2012.

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Oak processionary moth

Oak processionary moth (Thaumetopoea processionea, OPM) is a pest that presents a hazard to oak trees and human health.

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Ramorum blight

Ramorum blight is a disease caused by the fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora ramorum that can infect a range of tree and plant species.

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