Ash-tree disease is threatening hurley production

Former GAA president Sean Kelly says efforts must be increased to limit ash-tree disease and save the hurley.

Ash-tree disease is threatening hurley production

The Ireland South MEP stressed the importance of effective management and co-operation between national governments, authorities, and the EU to address the threat posed by ash dieback.

The fungal disease, which has been traced to an outbreak in Poland in 1992, has spread rapidly across much of Europe. It is characterised by leaf loss and crown dieback.

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