Guidance

Proactive spruce tree management in the Ips typographus demarcated area

Find out how to take action early to protect your woodland and spruce trees against infestation of the Ips typographus bark beetle in the demarcated area (DMA).

• From: Forestry Commission
• Published: 5 June 2025

Applies to England

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• Publication for Scotland
• Publication for Wales

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Proactive spruce tree management in the Ips typographus demarcated area

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Proactive spruce tree management in the Ips typographus demarcated area

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Even if your woodland shows no signs of an Ips typographus infestation, you can take proactive steps now to prevent infestations and safeguard your trees.

Published 5 June 2025