Project Overview

A seed-tree harvest was implemented in January of 2022 on approximately 8 acres in Stand 3 of the Peru Town. Vigorous, healthy-looking white ash stems from dominant canopy positions were selected as "leave trees" / seed-trees at a rate of approximately 10 stems per-acre. The area is monitored for the presence of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), and annual regeneration surveys are conducted. If EAB is detected on-site this area may be considered for a "bio-control" control release.

Objectives

The objectives of this treatment are to create conditions favorable for the regeneration of white ash and promote the success of the young cohort of white ash. General decline in white ash populations has been observed on this property and adjacent properties and has been attributed to "ash yellows" or "ash decline." Additionally, the Emerald Ash Borer has been detected in the region. Given the perceived "high risk" of loss of white ash stems, harvesting pressure has also increased. Without intentional management for the regeneration and maintenance of white ash, we risk losing white ash as a significant component with our forests. This treatment seeks to regenerate white ash through even-aged management techniques, monitor the success of the treatment through annual regeneration surveys, and evaluate the project site for a "bio-control" treatment.

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Status - Completed

Start date: 2022-01-01

End date: Not available

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