Government To Discuss Action on Ash Tree Disease

The transcript discusses the ash dieback disease caused by a fungus that has been in Britain for at least two years. It highlights the spread of the disease across the country, affecting millions of ash trees. Efforts to control the spread include public awareness and research, but funding challenges persist. The government hopes winter will slow the spread, allowing for more research. Resistant trees offer hope for the future, despite current challenges.

What challenges are faced in funding research for tree diseases?

What is the significance of resistant trees in the context of British woodlands?