Forestry

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Forest Stewardship Series

Extension Forestry is hosting its sixth annual webinar series with free live webinars at 2pm Wednesday in July.
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Introduction to Invasive Species Management

Learn how to manage invasive plants in this two-day hybrid program that starts with a day of online learning followed by regional field days
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Find an Illinois Champion Tree

The Champion Trees StoryMap showcases Illinois’ 94 biggest and smallest champion and co-champion trees.
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Find a Consulting Forester

The Directory of Professional Consulting Foresters StoryMap is now available to those requiring on-site technical forestry assistance.
Forest Trees of Illinois

Forest Trees of Illinois - 10th ed.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of almost 150 native and introduced tree species that are found in Illinois. Species are presented by both scientific name and common name.
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Invasive Species

A guide to managing invasive plants and pests of Illinois. Invasive species cause damage by changing the habitat for wildlife and native plants or by negatively impacting forest or agricultural resources.
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Emerald Ash Borer Training

Training materials for ash tree identification, emerald ash borer identification, and control options for homeowners
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StoryMap Directories

Our StoryMap directories provide updated, easy to access information on foresters and resources available in Illinois.
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Time change raises risk of driver collisions with wildlife
URBANA, Ill. — This Sunday at 2 a.m. Central Standard Time, daylight saving time will end, with clocks set back one hour. One of the most noticeable effects of “falling back” is that people will find themselves driving home from work or for after-school activities as the sun sets, putting them...
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Water trees wisely to beat winter woes
URBANA, Ill. — As autumn colors emerge, it may seem that trees are preparing for rest. However, when fall brings dry conditions instead of seasonal rains, trees can enter winter under stress. Fall droughts can be subtle but have lasting impacts. With timely care, trees can weather dry spells and...
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