News · 12 May 2026

Simple Chemical Method Could Rescue Britain's Dying Ash Trees

Scientists at the John Innes Centre in Norwich have found a way to germinate disease-resistant Ash saplings in around seven days, compared to a process that can take up to six years in nature. With over 80 million Ash trees dying from Ash Dieback disease, the breakthrough uses simple chemicals to bypass the seed's long natural dormancy period.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 May 2026 at 4:46

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