A new genetic resource for European ash could be the key to identifying genes responsible for ash dieback resistance.
Publications
New CFP publication highlights evidence gaps on grey squirrel damage in British woodlands
Whilst the cause of grey squirrel bark stripping remains unclear, our researchers are continuing their work into understanding why this behaviour occurs.
New publication: Communities and culture at the heart of ‘lost’ tree restoration
New research from the Centre for Forest Protection and University of St Andrews highlights the importance of considering social and cultural values when restoring ‘lost’ tree species.
New genetic bottlenecks research published
Scientists from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and Forest Research have today published a new study comparing the benefits of tree planting vs natural colonisation for future resilience of UK woodlands.