Registrations due Friday for forestry program

Trees killed by bark beetle attacks always make forest owners ask: “What can we do about it?”

Whether you have problems with insects or disease, concerns about fire, or just want to help forest growth, the answer from foresters is nearly universal: thin your forest. Thinning and pruning can favor better-adapted tree species, improve forest genetics, invigorate tree growth, reduce insect and disease problems, reduce fire risk, improve access, and enhance many other values. ...