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Mini maple sugaring, also called backyard, small scale, or hobby sugaring, is a popular and sweet pastime. Recent advances have made it less time-consuming and laborious.

This article describes all facets of oak wilt in eastern forests: how to identify it, manage it, and dispose of infected material.

This article describes wavyleaf basketgrass (Oplismenus undulatifolius), an invasive grass species, and provides identification and management.

Este artículo se centra en la descripción de la hierba canasto de hoja ondulada (Oplismenus undulatifolius) y proporciona información sobre su identificación, manejo y control.

The different ways that climate change is expected to influence the future of forests and the resources made available by the USDA Climate Hubs to forest owners and managers

Este artículo ofrece una introducción sobre cómo los bosques almacenan el carbono. Se enfoca a describir cómo los bosques impactan el ciclo de carbono, y cómo los bosques pueden ser herramientas para ayudar a combatir el cambio climático.

This article discusses forested watersheds, effects of timber harvesting and how to protect the watershed, and technical information specific to Pennsylvania.

The public can do a great deal to stop the spread of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly, join us to learn what you can do to help!

Find out if your business or organization is required to have a Spotted Lanternfly permit in Pennsylvania.

Invasive shrubs are especially difficult to eradicate. Learn when and how to apply control measures, including herbicides, to control these undesirable plants.

Tree burls are tumor-like growths in trees that produce dense, beautifully figured wood. They are highly prized and valuable for making one-of-kind objects.

Tree shelter cages constructed with metal garden fencing help protect newly planted tree and shrub seedlings from wildlife damage and other problems such as overheating, and wind knock-over sometimes associated with plastic tree tubes.

Forests play an important role by absorbing large amounts of carbon dioxide and storing it in vegetation and soil. This article explores how forest carbon storage varies across different ownership types in the United States.

A recent study offers detailed insights into how forest carbon stocks are distributed across different ownership types which could be useful for policymakers and stakeholders.

Dr. Marc Abrams, Penn State Professor of Forest Ecology and Tree Physiology, shares aspects of climate change and its impact on eastern forests learned over the course of his 40-year career.

Pennsylvania State University, in collaboration with the Women Owning Woodlands (WOW) network, are conducting a research study to understand the views and experiences of women forest owners regarding climate change in the Eastern US.

This article is a collection of phenology notes specifically focused on the spring months: April, May, and June.

Spalted wood is an uncommonly beautiful natural product produced by fungi in tree wood. It offers forest landowners and woodworkers opportunities to generate income.

This article explores how carbon payments—financial incentives for capturing and storing carbon—could support landowners in funding efforts to manage invasive plants and improve forest health.

Repellents are chemicals applied to provide relief and protection from mosquitoes, ticks, and other biting pests. Proper and safe use of these chemicals is necessary.

Discover a unique three-day event offering forest health updates, woodland stewardship workshops, expert presentations, field tours, and valuable resources for landowners and advocates.

Woodland Wisdom, Part 2 introduces the two main sources of assistance and educational information for forestland owners, and the importance of developing a management plan to better care for a forest.

Forestland owners are encouraged to consider five valuable lessons learned and apply them in the management of their property.

Pennsylvania is tops nationally for the quality hardwoods our forests grow, and the hardwood lumber we produce and export. It is the heartland of hardwoods.

As a forest landowner, you should have a plan that organizes your personal objectives into a strategy for your woods. This article explains how to create a stewardship plan.