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Articles Do You Know How Many Oaks There Are?
Charles David Ray, Ph.D.
This article discusses the number of oaks that are identified as unique species. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Management: Placing Sticky Bands on Trees
Emelie Swackhamer
This article summarizes one method of capturing and killing spotted lanternfly (SLF): placing sticky bands on trees. More
Articles Timber Prices: 10 Year Trends Methodology
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
This article describes the methodology used to create the Timber Prices: 10 Year Trends graphs. More
Articles What is the Difference Between Hardwood and Softwood?
Charles David Ray, Ph.D.
Most people think hardwood is hard, and softwood is soft. Sometimes true, but not necessarily. More
Articles Where Does Lumber Come From?
Charles David Ray, Ph.D.
This article demonstrates in text and visuals just where lumber comes from. More
Articles Timber Market Report: 2017 4th Quarter
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
October 2017 - December 2017 More
Articles The Pennsylvania's Forest Stewardship Program is a voluntary program to help forest landowners learn to improve and maintain the ecological health of their land. Private landowners who own between 5 and 1,000 acres of forestland can join the program. More
Articles What To Do If You Find the Spotted Lanternfly on Your Property
Emelie Swackhamer
This insect is considered a threat to some crops and many people are working to try to prevent it from spreading. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly: Tips for Handling Yard Waste in Quarantined Areas
Emelie Swackhamer
To prevent the movement of this insect, avoid moving yard waste such as woody plant debris (fallen trees or branches and tree trimmings) outside the quarantine area. More
Articles How You Can Comply with the Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Regulations
Emelie Swackhamer
Some tips to help you avoid spreading Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and be in compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) regulations. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly IPM Management Calendar
Emelie Swackhamer
There are various management techniques to consider to destroy or control the Spotted Lanternfly. Learn the recommended methods to use during certain times of the year. More
Articles Timber Market Report Archives
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
Each Timber Market Report reflects the stumpage and mill prices over a three-month period. The report is intended to describe general trends in the market and ignore specific timber tract variation. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly
Emelie Swackhamer, Amy Korman
Learn about the Spotted Lanterfly (SLF), and what action you can take to stop the spread of this invasive insect that is threatening southeastern Pennsylvania. More
Articles Timber Market Report: 2017 3rd Quarter
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
Price data for July 2017 - September 2017 More
Articles History and Cultivation of Ginseng
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D., Eric Burkhart
Learn the types of ginseng and how to to harvest legally in the state of Pennsylvania. More