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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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2018 volunteer training days – a summary
We held 11 events across England, Wales, and Scotland from the end of May to the beginning of July.
Charlotte Armitage • 15 Aug 2018
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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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A world without males: How the elm zigzag sawfly is benefiting from their absence
Expert entomologist Max Blake gives us an insight into the lifecycle of the elm zigzag sawfly.
Max Blake • 08 Jul 2018
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Oriental chestnut gall wasp – an update
What has happened with OCGW in the UK since it was first found in 2015?
Chris Malumphy • 27 Jun 2018
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Can you help us to understand the distribution of Gypsy Moth in Britain?
Expert entomologist Max Blake gives us an insight into the lifecycle of the gypsy moth and how you can help us monitor it's distribution.
Max Blake • 19 May 2018
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‘Palmageddon’ heading our way
Anybody visiting tourist resorts in the Mediterranean today will likely encounter large numbers of dying and dead palms. What is the reason for this ‘palmageddon’ in the Mediterranean?
Chris Malumphy • 13 Apr 2018
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Volunteers to help survey historic trees
English Heritage are delighted to collaborate with Observatree, to allow Tree Health Surveyors access to English Heritage sites in support of the early warning system for tree health issues in England.
Christopher Weddell • 30 Mar 2018
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Along the wayside
Pine processionary moth (PPM) caterpillars present a similar concern as their Oak counterparts. They can weaken trees by defoliation and pose a hazard to public health.
Katie Blain • 19 Feb 2018
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Out with the old and in with the new: Welcome to Observatree
In 2017, Observatree produced more educational resources, ran successful media campaigns, trained stakeholders and volunteers across the county, attended events, held a volunteer celebration event and hosted a conference.
Peter Crow • 07 Jan 2018