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Important Forest pests & Their Management

Important Forest pests & Their Management. August 11 th 2012, Leelanau Conservancy – Charter Sanctuary. Daniel Schillinger 5138 Hidden Glen Drive Traverse City, MI 49684 (231) 633-8733 schillingerforestry@gmail.com www.michiganforester.net. Emerald Ash Borer. Emerald Ash Borer.

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Important Forest pests & Their Management

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  1. Important Forest pests & Their Management August 11th 2012, Leelanau Conservancy– Charter Sanctuary Daniel Schillinger 5138 Hidden Glen Drive Traverse City, MI 49684 (231) 633-8733 schillingerforestry@gmail.com www.michiganforester.net

  2. Emerald Ash Borer

  3. Emerald Ash Borer • It is here to stay • Latest research on predator insects is not out • Population can be slowed regionally (SLAM) • Urban control options work • www.emeraldashborer.info/Best Website for up to date info

  4. Asian Longhorned Beetle

  5. Asian Longhorned Beetle • Been in Ohio for 10 Years, (Estimated), first found in June 2011. All other known infestations found since 1996 have been declared “eradicated” • Does not seem to move fast/produce huge #’s • Generalist; Maples, Birch, Willow, Box Elder • Lifecycle is similar to EAB, can change to an adult within one year; Slower up here?

  6. Beech Bark Disease • Present in the County • Scales protect insects • Disease follows scale after heavy infestation • 25% are supposed to live after an attack… • Urban options do exist

  7. Forest Tent Caterpillar • Native, population booms every 10 years • We were overdue for a large boom in 2010 and we got it for 2 years! • Population is hardly noticeable now.

  8. Oak Wilt • Seems rampant this year • DO NOT Prune oak during growing season • Oaks graft their roots • Pruning or construction damage is usually the cause

  9. Wildlife Habitat Improvement • Before you start any chainsaw work…

  10. Autumn Olive, Eradication • Invasive shrub • LOTS of berries • Nitrogen fixer • Stump applicator with broadleaf herbicide can be done anytime of the year except spring, its extremely effective.

  11. Thank You! Daniel Schillinger 5138 Hidden Glen Drive Traverse City, MI 49684 (231) 633-8733 schillingerforestry@gmail.com www.michiganforester.net

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