Synthesis on the Literature on the Biology, Ecology, and Management of Western Hemlock Dwarf Mistletoe
Synthesis on the Literature on the Biology, Ecology, and Management of Western Hemlock Dwarf Mistletoe

Author: John A. Muir

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2008-10-01

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 1437906559

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Hemlock dwarf mistletoe (HDM) (¿Arceuthobium tsugense¿) is a small, inconspicuous parasite that has significant effects on tree growth and stand structure in coastal forest ecosystems of west. N. Amer. Previous clearcut harvesting of areas that removed all infected trees, and forestry practices that established even-aged stands of trees effectively prevented HDM impacts. However, current forest practices that restrict clearcut harvesting to small openings, and retain live trees to preserve attributes of old-growth forests create conditions that are favorable for enhanced seed production by HDM, early spread of the HDM to infect young trees, and, increased growth impacts to residual trees. More info. is needed on the biology and impacts of HDM. Illustrations.

Infectious Forest Diseases
Infectious Forest Diseases

Author: Paolo Gonthier

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 681

ISBN-13: 1780640404

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Today, forest health and the management of threats towards it are attracting more and more attention on a global scale. This book covers the most recent advances in the management of forest diseases, including the epidemiology and infection biology of forest pathogens, and forest protection based on integrated pest and disease management approaches. A comprehensive range of diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and other organisms are discussed in detail, making this book essential reading for forest managers and extension specialists. Written by recognized authorities in the subject of forest health, this book also provides a wealth of information useful for researchers and lecturers of forest pathology and ecology.