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Articles Timber Market Report: 2018 2nd Quarter
Charles David Ray, Ph.D.
Timber stumpage and pulpwood prices in Pennsylvania, for the second quarter of 2018. April - June 2018. More
Articles Asian Longhorned Tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis
Erika Machtinger, Michael J. Skvarla
The Asian Longhorned tick is a recent invasive tick to Pennsylvania. This tick can be found on wildlife and on livestock. It is important to be aware of the presence of this tick and to implement prevention and control measures when necessary. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Grape Pest Alert
Heather L Leach, Michela Centinari, Ph.D.
This fact sheet provides identification, damage, quarantine, and management information for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive sap-feeding planthopper that feeds on the vine trunk, shoots, and leaves of grape plants, among other crops. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Management for Homeowners
Heather L Leach, Dave Biddinger, Ph.D., Grzegorz (Greg) Krawczyk, Ph.D.
A guide that reviews the identification, life cycle, current distribution, and techniques for managing spotted lanternfly on your property. More
Articles Wood Products Document Library
Charles David Ray, Ph.D.
A listing of hard-to-find reference sources and documents related to Wood Products More
January 2018 - March 2018 More
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 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, David R. Jackson, Art Gover
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 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
Articles FISH: Understanding Your Transparency Tube Measurements
Jennifer R Fetter, Kristen Kyler
Part of the "First Investigation of Stream Health" activity. Transparency tubes are popular for use in stream monitoring programs. More
Articles FISH: Pennsylvania Frog and Toad Breeding Phenology
Jennifer R Fetter, Kristen Kyler
Part of the "First Investigation of Stream Health" activity. In central Pennsylvania there are three distinct periods in which potential species can be expected to begin breeding. More
Articles From the Woods: American Chestnut
Sanford S. Smith, Ph.D.
This brochure details the features of the American chestnut tree, the history of the blight, and the future prospects of the American chestnut. More
Articles From the Woods: Incredible Wood
Sanford S. Smith, Ph.D., Lee Stover
Wood is a natural and versatile material. This four-page, full-color publication explores the wide variety of wood products and uses for wood. More
Articles Forest Economic Data: Adams County
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
This information highlights the important economic and environmental role forests and the forest product industry play in Pennsylvania. More
Articles Forest Economic Data: Allegheny County
Michael Jacobson, Ph.D.
This information highlights the important economic and environmental role forests and the forest product industry play in Pennsylvania. More