Michael Levy, ISAT Support
Why is my Evergreen Tree Shedding its Leaves?
Have you noticed your live oak, magnolia, or pine tree suddenly dropping its leaves? No need to be alarmed, evergreen trees shed their leaves in the spring. Most of the time this goes unnoticed because they grow new leaves at the same time that they are shedding their old ones. Sometimes certain stressors, such as a lack of water, a
Lions Tail Pruning
Have you seen trees pruned to this extent in your neighborhood? It’s called Lions Tail Pruning, and it damages the health, and structural stability of the tree. It is a pruning method where all of the interior branches are removed, leaving only tufts of leaves and small branches at the ends of the large limbs. Trees suffer from malnutrition, sun
Pruning Tree Crowns at Time of Planting
It’s the time of year to plant bare root trees. Are you still pruning the tree’s crown when you plant it to compensate for root loss? It might seem logical to balance the crown to root ratio, but no research exists to show this practice ever had beneficial results! Research over the last 20 years shows exactly the opposite, that compensatory
Tree Hydration System made from Recycled Diapers
Using watering bags to nurture young trees can help ensure a moist soil environment as the plants develop root structure. But standard watering bags require constant refills, and do little to deter stormwater runoff pollution. However, a new product made from the same material used in disposable diapers can catch and retain rainwater before releasing it super-slowly, allowing low-maintenance
Texas Forest Pest Management Cooperative Discontinued – Here is a 20-year summary
The Forest Pest Management Cooperative (FPMC), initially called the Western Gulf Forest Pest Management Cooperative when it began in March, 1996, is administered by the Texas A&M Forest Service (TFS). The FPMC, with a small staff in College Station and Lufkin, conducts applied research on forest, seed orchard and urban tree pests. After nearly 21 years, TFS decided to terminate
MIT’s Treepedia Maps Urban Tree Canopy In Major Cities
MIT’s Treepedia reveals where the streets are greenest, and which ones could use more work. Which cities have the greenest streets? MIT’s Senseable City Lab is pushing toward an answer to this question with a new project called Treepedia. A map website that catalogues the density of the tree canopy in 10 global cities, Treepedia uses information from Google Street
Arboriculture 101 – 2017
Arboriculture 101 – 2017 Discounted Registration rates for this popular short course end on January 14. REGISTER TODAY to take advantage! If you are preparing for ISA’s Certified Arborist exam, TCIA’s Tree Care Specialist credential, or are interested in improving your knowledge of trees, this class is for you. Arboriculture 101, taught by Dr. Todd Watson, is a comprehensive short-course
Thinking Outside the Bark: Increasing Your Influence and Impact as a Natural Resource Professional
An ISAT Masters Series Event January 24, 2017 – Dallas January 26, 2017 – Austin Do you ever feel “stuck” at work? Are you looking for ways to expand your capacity to be more effective, or more influential in what you do? This interactive, one-day training session will help natural resource professionals throughout the commercial, municipal and non-profit sectors be more effective
MFI 2017 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED
MFI 2017 application deadline has been extended to January 13! Payment is not required until February. Scholarships are available for residents of California, apply when you complete the the online registration for MFI at www.urban-forestry.com. MFI is an exciting, high-level training opportunity educating people in the leadership and managerial aspects of urban forestry. This week-long intensive educational program delivers a
City of Tyler is celebrating Arbor Day
The City of Tyler is celebrating Arbor Day. Join the city Arborist for the annual tree planting on January 21, 2017, from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm in Lindsey Park. Bring a friend and help plant new trees at your local park! Lunch will be provided by Chick-Fil-A. There will also be tree climbing demonstrations, T-shirts, educational booths and more!
