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    The threat to UK forestry posed by the Pine-tree lappet moth: life cycle, origin and future risk

     Project determining the level of risk to Scots pine and other tree species posed by defoliating caterpillars of the pine-tree lappet moth.
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    Dothistroma literature (M-Z)

     A list of all literature available (updated to December 2015) about Dothistroma in alphabetical order (M-Z)
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    Dothistroma literature (G-L)

     A list of all literature available (updated to December 2015) about Dothistroma in alphabetical order (G-L)
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    Dothistroma literature (D-F)

     A list of all literature available (updated to December 2015) about Dothistroma in alphabetical order (D-F)
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    Dothistroma literature (A-C)

     A list of all literature available (updated to December 2015) about Dothistroma in alphabetical order (A to C)
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    Ecology and Pathology of Ash Dieback Disease

     This project investigated the factors that influence infection by the ash dieback pathogen (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus) and the long-term outcomes for affected ash trees.
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    Solving how a complex disease threatens our iconic oak
    Lead Author: Sandra Denman
    Scientists have for the first time tracked down the cause of the stem bleeding symptoms of acute oak decline.
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    Neurostresspep

     Neurostresspep explores the use of insect neuropeptide hormones for controlling pest insects; Forest Research is investigating whether these naturally occurring compounds can be used in forest management to reduce damage by pine weevil (Hylobius abietis).
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    Microbiome and infectivity studies reveal complex polyspecies tree disease in Acute Oak Decline

     Teamwork between Forest Research, Bangor University and others has for the first time, tracked down the cause of the stem bleeding symptoms of acute oak decline (AOD). Using the latest scientific methods they have revealed a multi-bacterial cause of the stem bleeding and pioneered novel methods for analysing the causes of complex plant diseases. AOD is […]
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    Forestry publication document

    Pitch Canker Field guide
    Lead Author: Forest Research
    Field guide This document details signs and symptoms of the named tree pest(s) or disease(s) and provides advice on what to do if you suspect the pest or disease is present. Related pages Research and advice on tree pests and diseases Tree Health Diagnostic and Advisory Service Tree pest and disease posters
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    Forestry publication document

    Pine pitch canker – Pest Alert
    Lead Author: Forestry Commission
    Pine pitch canker, also known as pitch or pitch pine canker, is a serious canker disease of pines and Douglas fir caused by the fungus Fusarium circinatum. The disease affects trees in planted forests, nurseries, parks and gardens. In plantations, the disease leads to reduced growth and cone yield and can kill trees. It will […]
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    PRotect Oak Ecosystems (PuRpOsE)

     This project is providing understanding of the current and future health threats to native oaks in the UK. It is focussing on Acute Oak Decline (AOD).