Managing Ash Dieback in England

This document offers an introduction to ash dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus) in England. It is intended for anyone who owns or manages ash trees, including private tree and woodland owners, local authorities and highway and railway authorities.
It summarises current advice and signposts to more detailed guidance produced by Defra, the Forestry Commission and others. It is intended to encourage people to:

understand the implications of ash dieback on land for which they are responsible
think strategically about the management of ash trees
use the guidance highlighted to adopt good practice

Managing Ash Dieback in England

PDF, 3.75 MB

Themes

Pests and diseases

Published

2019

Publication type

Briefing notes

Publication owner

Forestry Commission