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- Pest Alert: Gypsy Moth
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Added: July 26, 2008The gypsy moth has been an important pest of hardwoods in the Northeastern United States since its introduction in 1869. Established populations exist in all or parts of 19 states from Maine to Wisconsin and south to Illinois and generally in a southeasterly line from Illinois to northeastern North Carolina.
- Nurseries and Tree Improvement
- Natural Regeneration Using Seed Trees
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Seed-tree regeneration presents an excellent opportunity for most of the forestland owners in Mississippi who want to grow pine or other light-seeded species, but regeneration is not free and landowners should not try to use this method if they currently do not have a good quality stand of trees.
- Kirtland's Warbler (Dendroica kirtlandii)
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Kirtland's warbler is the only gray-backed warbler in the eastern United States that wags its tail. This small songbird is about 4.75 inches long (12 cm) with a black-streaked back that extends onto the yellow underside. A white ring circles the eye. Desp...
- Intensive management - Can the South Really Live Without It?
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Added: October 20, 2008Within the private sector, debate also has focused on the traditional application of multiple-use forestry, using the principles of sustainable forest management. Sustainability as defined by industry is about more than assuring a sustainable timber supply; it is also about sustaining the full spectrum of forest values.
- Herbicide Spray Drift
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Herbicide spray drift is the movement of herbicide from the target area to areas where herbicide application was not intended. While the number of acres damaged and the annual economic loss from spray drift is not large, individuals who are affected can suffer substantial losses.
- Forested Wetlands: Regulations Affecting Management
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Acknowledging the importance of forested wetland ecosystems, all levels of government have developed guidelines and regulations for silvicultural activities in wetlands.
- Forest Pest Control Perspective
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Many of the pest problems in forests are present because of past forest practices. Exploitive harvesting has left nonmerchantable trees, brush, and nonstocked lands covered with weeds that prevent regeneration of desired species. Present forest managers are now adopting management methods that minimize the creation of new pest problems.
- Flying Squirrels in the Wild Garden
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Everybody knows that blue birds nest in spring and summer. The rest of the year bird boxes are empty. Really? Ever thought of going out on a winter's day and checking your blue bird boxes? Carefully open the top and look inside.
- Brown Blood Disease BROKEN
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Brown blood disease occurs in fish when water contains high nitrite concentrations. Nitrite enters the bloodstream through the gills and turns the blood to a chocolate-brown color.
- Biology and host associations of redbay ambrosia beetle (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae), exotic vector of laurel wilt killing redbay trees
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The redbay ambrosia beetle and its fungal symbiont, Rafaelea sp., are new introductions to the southeastern United States responsible for the wilt of mature redbay, Persea borbonia (L) Spreng., trees. In 2006 and 2007, we investigated the seasonal flight activity of X. glubratus, its host associations, and population levels at eight locations in South Carolina and Georgia where infestations ranged from very recent to at least several years old.
- Aquatic Weed Control: Using Grass Carp BROKEN
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A number of studies have determined grass carp preferences of the various common aquatic plants, and results from some of that work are summarized in this publication.
- A Field Guide for Ground Checking Southern Pine Beetle Spots
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Added: February 14, 2008This handbook shows how to recognize various stages of SPB attack, how to decide if control is needed, and how to mark buffer strips for control crews.
- Mississippi Forestry Commission
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The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) is a public service agency created by the Mississippi Legislature. In compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, our mission is to provide leadership in forest protection, forest management & information about the forest of Mississippi, through a fully informed, well-trained work force and support staff, reflecting the needs of the public and employees.
- Minimizing Wildfire Risk - A forest landowner's guide
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A management guide for landowners who wish to assess and reduce the risk of wildfire.
- Contribution of Roads to Forest Fragmentation
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Fragmentation affects animal populations in a variety of ways, including decreased species diversity and lower densities of some animal species in the resulting smaller patches. This study seeks to quantify the effects of roads and logging activities on forest habitat.
- Wood Explorer
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an Internet virtual library; The Wood Explorer CD contains the largest directory of over 1,600 commercial wood species
- 4-H Project Record Manual: Wetlands
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This manual is intended to be used by both the 4-H volunteer leader and the 4-H member. Wetlands, 4-H Project Record, 4HMER71 should be used by the member in conjunction with this manual
- Urban Forestry Center
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One of New Hampshires most unique resources is not found on a majestic mountain top... or in the states many lakes, rivers, and streams... or even within its wooded forests. Its actually located on a quiet road on the outskirts of Portsmouth, just waiting to be discovered by anyone who values New Hampshires woodlands and natural resources.
- Urban Ecosystems 1: Cities are Urban Ecosystems
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To understand that cities are urban ecosystems which include both nature and humans, in a largely human-built environmental context. To understand that urban ecosystems have emergent properties that cannot easily be seen by simply looking at the different functional parts of a city: The whole is more than the sum of the parts
- Southern Forestry Situation and Outlook
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The forestry situation and outlook in the Southern U.S. is examined with respect to the major items of concern in forestry today. These items are: forestry resources, timber income and employment, current and projected timber supply and demand, imports, e...
- Pruning Effects on Tree Growth: Growth Regulation Consequences
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Added: November 05, 2008This publication is a synthesis of the tree growth regulation and correlation literature. General processes and systems presented here represent educational models which professionals can use to better appreciate and understand basic tree functions. These models do not represent actual physiological mechanisms, but simple theoretical means of explaining tree reactions within the environment.
- What Does Severe Drought Stress Do to Trees and Landscape Plants?
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Added: February 23, 2001During times of drought, trees and landscape plants often show the effects of the hot, dry weather. Not only is this very harmful to trees, it contributes to extreme conditions for forest and range fires.
- Tax Savings on Timber Sales
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Understanding tax laws and tax incentives designed to encourage improvement and expansion of woodlands will benefit both you and the general public.
- Fall Tree Color Pigments
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Added: October 20, 2008Autumn tree colors grace our landscapes. The palette of potential colors are as diverse as the natural world. The climate-induced senescence process trees use to pass into a winter rest period, can present many colors to the eye. The color pigments pro...
- A Federal Income Tax Primer for North Carolina Christmas Tree Growers
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Added: April 06, 2008A tax guide for Christmas tree production.
- A Checklist for Efficient Log Trucking
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A great guide for lowering cost associated with log transportation.
- Selecting A Consulting Forester
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Added: October 01, 1999Some questions that you might want to consider when selecting a consulting forester.
- Watering Trees
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Added: November 05, 2008Trees constantly lose water to the atmosphere. Water is the single most limiting essential resource for tree survival and growth. Water shortages severely damage young and old trees alike, and set-up healthy trees for other problems. Drought conditions can lead to tree decline, pest problems, and non-recoverable damage. Supplemental watering can greatly assist in maintaining tree health during droughts - both during the growing season or during the dormant season.
- Tree Tips
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With so many different kinds of trees out there, how do you ever tell them apart? Here are some tips to help you.
