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Choosing your Christmas tree is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the festive season, but other than size and variety, what should you consider when choosing your tree
As we know, tree pests and diseases can enter the country on imported plants and Christmas trees are no exception to this risk. Ensuring your Christmas tree has been biosecurely grown should be at the top of your checklist.
We grow approximately 10,000 Christmas trees every year from British seed and all trees grown on the Public Forest Estate are grown sustainably in accordance with the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS).
And, this year when you buy your Christmas tree from Forestry Commission England, it will come with a free sapling, allowing you to plant and grow your own real Christmas tree for the future.
To find your nearest centre to buy your Christmas tree visit forestry.gov.uk/Christmas
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Forestry Commission England Area tree health events
November 2016 – March 2017
We are once again delivering our series of local tree health events. These popular sessions run throughout the year and typically include speakers from the Forestry Commission, Forest Research, APHA and across industry. Topics often include local tree health updates, biosecurity, tree planting and resilience as well as updates on the latest guidance and legislation around tree health.
These events are often over-subscribed so if you are keen to find out more about your local events, contact your local Area team to check dates, locations and availability of places.
Innovation in plant biosecurity conference
15 & 16 March 2017
This major conference will bring together plant health professionals and invasive species experts from around the world to discuss novel strategies for improving plant biosecurity and establishing a sustainable knowledge exchange.
Early bird tickets are now on sale from the Fera website at the discounted price of £150, and need to be purchased by 30 November to qualify for the £50 discount.
Early Bird Booking Opens for Trees People and the Built Environment 3
5 & 6 April 2017
Early bird booking has opened for an acclaimed international urban tree research conference. Trees, People and the Built Environment 3 will return to Birmingham University, 5-6 April 2017.
This conference will focus on two significant areas of research – health and highways.
Early bird tickets are now on sale from the Institute of Chartered Foresters website.
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