Forestry

In Wales, woodlands and trees play a huge role in:

• contributing to our environmental sustainability
• providing jobs and opportunities for people and communities
• shaping our countryside

The Welsh Government is committed to ensuring the health and future of this natural resource for the people of Wales.

Latest news

Chalara dieback of ash is a serious disease of ash trees caused by a fungus called Chalara fraxinea. The disease causes leaf loss and crown dieback in affected trees, and it can lead to tree death.

Phytophthora ramorum outbreak in Wales
For information about the Phytophthora ramorum outbreak in Wales, please see the  Natural Resources Wales website (external link).