Trees are vital for biodiversity, yet many Irish species have declined, including the Wych Elm, devastated by Dutch elm disease. But four mature elms in Rathmines appear to have survived. Arboricultural Consultant Joe McConville is investigating whether their genetics could help restore elms across Ireland...

Mooney Goes Wild

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Dublin’s Rare Surviving Elms Offer New Hope Against Dutch Elm Disease

MAR 23, 202624 MIN
Mooney Goes Wild

Dublin’s Rare Surviving Elms Offer New Hope Against Dutch Elm Disease

MAR 23, 202624 MIN

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Trees are vital for biodiversity, yet many Irish species have declined, including the Wych Elm, devastated by Dutch elm disease. But four mature elms in Rathmines appear to have survived. Arboricultural Consultant Joe McConville is investigating whether their genetics could help restore elms across Ireland...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.