Spruce budworm presents threat to economy as spring nears closer
The last outbreak happened during the 70s and 80s, killing about 25 million cords of spruce and fir which resulted in ...
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Officials Prepare for Possible Spruce Budworm Outbreak
News Source 8 Reporter Megan Waceken explains how the spruce budworm could impact Northern Maine and what some folks are ...
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Bark beetle infestation slows down tree growth early on
Bark beetle-infested spruce trees begin to dry out already before any visible signs of tree mortality appear, a recent study shows.
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Better forest management boosts beetle diversity in spruce plantations hit by bark beetles
As climate change and pests put increasing pressure on forests ... different management strategies affect beetle diversity in spruce plantations severely impacted by bark beetle outbreaks.