The emerald ash borer decimated the ash population across the state. For the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians in Southwest Michigan, this meant the loss of mature black ash trees, culturally important for traditional basket making. Since then, many new invasive species have emerged that could cause harm to culturally significant trees in the tribe’s […]
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Arboretum (16 Old Guelph Rd. Hamilton ON) Paid parking applies For working conservation professionals who are either dealing with or preparing for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid on their property Please come dressed for the weather. This program includes both an indoor and field portion. The outdoor portion will occur rain or shine, unless […]
Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) is an invasive shrub native to eastern Asia that was widely planted for ornamental use and wildlife habitat. It is now established across much of the eastern and midwestern United States, where it forms dense understory thickets that outcompete native plants, reduce plant diversity, and alter forest structure and ecosystem processes. […]
Ecology and Management of Biotic Disturbances in Forests conference, will take place on July 27-31, 2026, in Fredericton (Canada). This event is jointly organized by WPs 7.03.06 - Integrated management of forest defoliating insects, 7.03.07 - Population dynamics of forest insects, 7.03.12 - Alien invasive species and international trade, and 7.03.13 - Biological control of forest insects and […]
August 19, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CDT Urban forests are on the front lines of invasive pest threats and climate uncertainty. This webinar features two practical tools that help communities assess risk, […]
