Rapid Response project: Towards a database of biodiversity and ecological functions associated with European Tree Species
This project provided a ranking of the relative ecological importance of European tree species which can be used in developing risk assessment of tree pests and diseases. It thus helps public and private sector woodland managers develop adaptive strategies to the benefit of biodiversity.
Outputs from the project have achieved a high profile amongst key stakeholders including statutory advisers to the UK Government and devolved administrations, notably the Joint Nature Conservation Committee and Scottish Natural Heritage.
