Netherlands Study Tour

The Arboricultural Association is the largest institution in the UK for tree care professionals. Since 1964 we've been here to support arborists and promote the benefits of trees.The association delivers professional standards and guidance, ensuring responsible management.

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A special three-day study tour in the Netherlands, with the opportunity to experience first-hand the consequences of OPM and more..

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A special three-day study tour in the Netherlands, with the opportunity to experience first-hand the consequences of oak processionary moth (OPM) in the eastern region of the Netherlands and observe the outcomes of ash dieback (ADB) in the west, as well as sooty bark disease.<a href="https://www.trees.org.uk/Training-Events/Netherlands-Study-Tour-2023" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> View full itinerary and programme here </a>A series of field trips will take delegates to hot spots of infestation, providing numerous examples and offering practical information, demonstrating the effects of these diseases on trees, as well as insights into their management and policies.For this truly unique arboricultural voyage, you won&#x27;t be confined to an office; instead, you&#x27;ll be outside or riding in the Safari Bus as you explore the Urban Dutch Jungle!Throughout the journey, Henry Kuppen will sprinkle in his knowledge of tree diseases and offer insights into the landscape&#x27;s origins. We’ll also be joined by scientist, consultant and OPM expert Wendy Batenburg and Roel Geerts, an expert in Ash Dieback analysis and decision making.UK Bookings Study Tour Rates:<ul><li>Single room £500 (+VAT)</li><li>Double room £410 (+VAT) </li></ul>Per person rates. Limited number of single rooms available – allocated on first come, first served basisThe cost of the trip will include accommodation on Wednesday and Thursday, all land transportation, all host and speaker fees as well as coffee/tea, soft drinks and lunch on both days. Also BBQ including drinks on Thursday evening at roofgarden is included.EU Bookings:For those people who reside within Europe, there is an alternative booking arrangement directly with Tree Nostra (the European organiser). <a href="https://www.trees.org.uk/Training-Events/Netherlands-Study-Tour-2023#eu-booking" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Simply fill out the form here</a> and they will handle your pre-booking and then confirm details and booking in due course.The Explorer’s MindsetParticipants do not need prior knowledge of oak processionary moth, ash dieback, or sooty bark disease to participate in this excursion. However, a professional background in arboriculture is required. Having an &quot;explorer&#x27;s mindset&quot; and a strong interest in OPM, ADB, and SBD will enhance participants&#x27; enjoyment of the field trips. Group discussions and Q&amp;A will be encouraged throughout.Since Sooty bark disease (SBD) is increasingly becoming a concern in the Netherlands (as discussed in our article, Arb Magazine Summer 2021), it has been included in the programme.Featured SpeakersHenry KuppenThe excursion will be led and prepared by Henry Kuppen. He is Tree Ambassador of Terra Nostra and has a practical background consisting of 40 year experience in Arboriculture and is one of the key composers of the Ash Dieback National Survey Standard and Sooty Bark disease protocol in the Netherlands. Henry is also board member of the National Oak Processionary Moth National Knowledge Centre and is considered to be the leading expert on OPM. Henry has been involved with OPM management in the UK as of 2009. Wendy BatenburgWendy Batenburg, Arboricultural consultant and scientist at Terra Nostra Research and Development, will provide an insight in relevant OPM management issues. Her main area of expertise includes in-depth analysis of OPM data such as pheromone trap results which can be considered the foundations of effective and realistic disease management and policy. Wendy is also involved with Sooty bark disease diagnostics.Roel GeertsRoel Geerts, Arboricultural consultant at Terra Nostra Consultancy, has been leading ADB surveys in the field of ADB as of 2014. Fascinated by ash dieback, he works throughout the year with this disease. Meta-data analysis is used to identify disease developments through the years, identifying specific outcomes in the numerous ash species and varieties that are used in the Netherlands. These outcomes are used to aid and direct ADB management decisions.

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