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- Cultural Aspects of Trees: Traditions and Myths
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From the earliest human writings and myths, trees have represented the power and mystery of nature. Large, ancient trees seemed immortal, demanding respect and reverence. They could bare huge crops of seed and grow forests full of their own offspring. Whe...
- Teaching Youth About Forest Stewardship
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This publication is designed to assist parents, educators, and other adults who are interested in teaching youth about forest stewardship.
- Oak Wilt
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Oak wilt, caused by the fungus Ceratocystis fagacearum, kills oak trees. It has been found in 21 States, with considerable damage occurring in the Midwest. It was first recognized as an important disease in 1944 in Wisconsin (fig. 1) where, in localized areas (less than 100 acres (40.4 ha)), over half the oaks have been killed. Surveys in eight Wisconsin counties showed that about 11 percent of the annual growth increase of oak forests was offset by mortality caused by oak wilt.
- New Tax Law Could Enhance the Attractiveness of Conservation Easements
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This article provides a brief overview of the new provisions in which properly drafted conservation easements qualify for a charitable contribution deduction, allowing the donor to take a deduction for income tax purposes.
- Definition of Conservation Practices in Kentucky, An Interagency...
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This publication provides definitions and descriptions for practices qualifying for financial assistance in Kentucky and is provided to assist in cost-share planning.
- Coyote Biology and Control in South Carolina
- Understanding Water Quality Parameters for Citrus Irrigation and Drainage Systems
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Explains basic water management knowledge, such as how to obtain a water sample, units used in water analysis, and water quality parameters
- Growing Black Walnut
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This bulletin will help woodland owners grow black walnut trees in natural stands and plantations for timber, nuts, and agroforestry.
- Green Infrastructure: The Conservation Fund
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Green Infrastructure is our Nation's natural life support system - an interconnected network of protected land and water that supports native species, maintains natural ecological processes, sustains air and water resources and contributes to the health and quality of life for America's communities and people.
- Forestry AgNIC
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Links to forestry-related web sites; part of the National Agricultural Library's Agriculture Network Information Center.
- CRP Alternative: Christmas Tree Production
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Christmas tree production can be a profitable option for CRP land. This publication examines the costs to consider when producing Christmas trees.
- Clearing Muddy Pond Waters
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Muddy, cloudy water is not only unattractive, but can be harmful to aquatic life. Although high sediment loads in ponds seldom kill sport fish directly, muddy waters can seriously reduce fish production.
- Temporary Wetland Crossing Options
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Operators crossing wetlands with vehicles and other logging equipment may harm water quality, alter the water flow, and damage habitat. To protect wetlands, the best strategy is to go around them. If this isnt possible, use temporary crossing options to minimize impacts.
- Intermediate Cuttings in Forest Management
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Added: October 20, 2008This publication discusses the most important intermediate cut for many stands--thinning.
- North Carolina Project Learning Tree
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Home for North Carolina's Project Learning Tree Program, including upcoming workshop information
- West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus)
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Added: October 20, 2008Manatees are shaped much like seals or small whales, with a flat bristly snout, front flippers, and a rounded, paddle-shaped tail. They are solid gray, about 10 feet long (3 m) and weigh 1,000 - 2,000 pounds (450 - 900 kg). Exceptionally large ones may reach 12 feet (4 m) and 3,000 pounds (1,365 kg).
- Global Change
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It refers to large-scale changes in Earth's biological, geological, hydrological, and atmospheric systems. Agriculture is vulnerable to these environmental changes. Successfully adapting to change depends upon a quantitative and predictive understanding of the ways that agriculture and food supplies may be affected by climate change, rising atmospheric carbon dioxide and ozone levels, and increased UV-B radiation
- A Guide To Increasing Financial Returns From Your Woodland
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When a forest is harvested using either the individual tree or group selection method1, trees to be cut or retained are commonly selected based on a number of factors including species, quality, diameter, distance from other trees, health and vigor, non-timber value, risk of loss or damage, and maturity.
- Deciduous Trees for Oklahoma
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This fact sheet provides information on deciduous trees that should be helpful in guiding the homeowner in making informed plant selections.
- Arkansas Forestry Association
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Several landowner publications about forest management are available on this site.
- Arboriculture Association
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The Arboriculture Association seeks to advance the science of arboriculture for the public benefit.
- West Virginia's Managed Timberland Tax Incentive Program
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Recognizing the impact of forestry as a renewable natural resource on West Virginia's economy, the state has allowed it to be appraised under the Managed Timberland Program, which serves as a tax incentive for owners of properly managed property.
- South Carolina Forestry Commission Wildfire in S.C.
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A comprehensive site on wildfires with topics including causes, wildland firefighting, safety, fire protection laws, and prevention.
- Quality Drying of Softwood Lumber
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Easy to use tools a kiln operator can use to maintain an efficient and profitable operation
- New Papers on Nitrogen Fertilization of Trees: A Selected Bibliography
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- Managing Wildlife Damage: Black Bears
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When natural foods are scarce, black bears will turn to whatever food resources are most available. As a result, conflicts between bears and agricultural producers, homeowners, outdoor recreationists, and other affected parties may arise where bears cause damage to personal property or crops as they search for food.
- Forestry Terms for Mississippi Landowners
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This publication is meant to help you better understand special terms and abbreviations commonly used in forestry.
- Forest Dependence and Community Well-Being: A Segmented Market Approach
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This article examines the relationship between forest dependence and county per capita income and poverty in rural Georgia.
- FAO Forestry Department
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United nations forest and forestry portal
- Natural Resources and Environmental Management: A Program Focus of Virginia Cooperative Extension
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This bulletin describes a few of the pressing natural resource and environmental issues common in Virginia, and how the Virginia Cooperative Extension is addressing them through education.
