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- Predicting Potential Loss from the Southern Pine Beetle in the Coastal Plain of South Carolina
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Provides a system that allows users to rate both plantations and natural stands of loblolly and shortleaf pine in the Coastal Plain for the likelihood of a SPB spot (infestation) occurring, chance of a spot spreading, and potential for timber loss.
- Microsprinkler Irrigation for Cold Protection of Florida Citrus
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More than nearly any other factor, freezes have caused some of the most dramatic changes in fruit supply, availability, and price. Thus, any method that provides some cold protection can be of major importance to citrus growers. Many cold protection methods have been used over the years. These methods include heaters, wind machines, fog generators, high volume over-tree irrigation, and low volume undertree microsprinkler irrigation. Low volume undertree microsprinkler irrigation is an alternative method for partial frost protection and can be more affordable than other methods (Fig. 1). Microsprinklers have proven effective during several freeze nights in central Florida tests. In addition to frost protection, microsprinklers can provide effective year-round irrigation
- Introduction to Growing Christmas Trees
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Christmas trees can be grown successfully in Oklahoma; however, knowledge of production procedures and marketing potentials are essential.
- Tree Topping Hurts Trees
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The practice of topping is so widespread that many people believe it is the proper way to prune trees. It's not, for a variety of practical and aesthetic reasons.
- Life in the Sea Member Manual
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Life in the Sea Member Manual (4H MEM 30) is a project guide is for 4-H members ages 10 and up. 4-H'ers will learn about dolphins, manatees, seals and sea lions, penguins, treasures from the sea, Caribbean / Atlantic coast tide pool, and coral reefs. In addition to this project guide 4-H'ers can complete the accompanying record book (4H MER 02).
- 4-H Member's Guide: Starting and Maintaining a Marine Aquarium
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This project is intended for those 4-H members who have an interest in aquariums and would like to start a project on salt water aquariums. To satisfactorily complete this project you must read the information carefully, do what is suggested, keep accurate data and successfully maintain your salt water aquarium for a period of at least six months.
- Tree Decline - What Is It?
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Added: February 26, 2008This publication focuses on what takes place in the process of "tree decline" and how it is distinguished from "tree death." Understanding the reasons for decline may help you prevent, reduce or sometimes reverse decline of your yard or woodland trees.
- The Basics of Geographic Information Systems
- Make a Stone Pile in Your "Wild Garden"
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Added: October 20, 2008A stone pile in an old fence row is a fascinating detail in a rural landscape. A sunny, springtime day is a good time to go stealthily along your favorite paths and creep up on a rock pile. Its picturesque, lichen-covered rocks seem to date to antiquity.
- Florida's Forest Resources
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Details Florida Forest Resources action plan for 2006-2010 to increase the amount of forested land
- Principles of Regeneration Silviculture in Virginia
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Silviculture, the part of forest management that deals with the biology of tree growth, is the art and science of producing, tending, and manipulating forest stands. Silvicultural practices include regenerating the forest, maintaining tree growth, and harvesting trees in order to satisfy the landowner's objectives.
- Natural Resource Skills Introduction to Tree Identification
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When you feel that you are ready, simply click here for a practice leaf test, or on the word twigs for a practice winter i.d. test. You can also go to the introduction to tree identification lecture to review terminology or just to visit.
- A Logger's Guide to Forest Planning
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A good planning guide for harvest operations.
- Stem Strength with Closed / Centered Cavity
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Added: October 31, 2008The structural integrity of tree stems, roots and branches are dependent upon a number of very conservative allocation and building processes. Mechanical injuries, growth faults, and decay processes all significantly impact how dynamic loads are resisted within the tree. One form of tree response to decay and mechanical load changes is a boundary setting process which under some conditions lead to a cavity. Hollow trees can be found everywhere tree-forms exist.
- Bureau of Land Management
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for managing 264 million acres of land--about one-eighth of the land in the United States--and about 300 million additional acres of subsurface mineral resources. The Bureau is also responsible for wildfire management and suppression on 388 million acres.
- Wood Products Business: Not Necessarily as Usual: Part 2
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Added: October 25, 2008Developing a customer base for a business and then continually satisfying it requires innovative thinking and forward-looking planning.
- Farm Pond Safety BROKEN
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It is the farm operator's responsibility to see that his/her farm pond is as safe as possible. This factsheet provides some recommendations for achieving pond safety.
- Waterchestnut: Eleocharis dulcis (Burm. f.) Trin. ex Henschel
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Brief description of waterchestnut and its complicated growth requirements.
- Southern Hardwood Management Manual
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We hope this publication will serve to expand the private forest landowners' horizon to the possibilities of hardwood management. We have assembled chapters on the various hardwood forest types found across the South. Other chapters address management practices designed to regenerate and maintain stand and site quality, plus many other benefits.
- Urban Forest Values: Economic Benefits of Trees in Cities
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Many important decisions in American cities are based on careful cost and benefit analysis of options. The values of trees and plants in our urban centers are often overlooked. Urban forests are a significant and increasingly valuable asset of the urban environment. Scientists have measured the tremendous returns that trees provide for people in cities.
- Smoke Management Guidelines for Vegetative Debris Burning Operations In The State of South Carolina
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Smoke Management Guidelines``for Vegetative Debris Burning Operations``in the``State of South Carolina
- Basics of Tree ID
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Identifying and Classifying organisms is fundamental to Biological Sciences. All living things are divided up into groups. Each individual in the group has similar characteristics. The broadest group is the Kingdom and the most specific group is the species.
- Tree Care Industry Association
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The Tree Care Industry Association is a 70-year-old public and professional resource on trees and arboriculture representing approximately 2,100 tree service and affiliated company members.
- Changing of the Birds
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Fall is on the way. During the hot, dull days of August and September it seems that summer isn't changing. Day follows monotonous day. Summer seems as if it will last forever.
- Anthracnose of Acacia
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Describes (with supplementing pictures) the Anthracnose fungus that plagues Acacia trees and its management and prevention
- The Timberland Decision Support System
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The Texas Forest Service TDSS is a web-based decision tool for non-industrial private forest landowners and others who are interested in timberland investment and management.
- 2009 Florida Plant Disease Management Guide: Watercress
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Guide summarizing different diseases affecting watercress
- Sustainable Urban Landscape Information Series
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Millions of dollars are spent each year designing, implementing, and maintaining urban landscapes. Unfortunately, long-term problems are caused when these processes are not carried out properly. Many of these problems can be avoided or reduced by utilizing sustainable landscape practices. A landscape developed with sustainable practices will improve the environment by conserving resources and reducing chemical applications.
- Shrubs: Functions, Planting, and Maintenance
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Planting shrubs is one of the smartest things you can do-both for yourself and your community. Shrubs can help increase the value of your property and provide privacy and beauty around your home.
- Recreational Forest Trails: Plan for Success
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Which Type of Trail?; Studying the Land; Designing, Laying Out, and Constructing a Trail; Trail Width, Clearing Heights, and Grade Specifications; Constructing the Trail for Maximum Accessibility; Top Ten Trail Construction Tips
