Forestry

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Thousand cankers disease threatens Missouri walnut trees
Monday, May 20, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri’s black walnut trees could be in trouble if thousand cankers disease (TCD) moves in from bordering Tennessee.
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Mark your calendars for MU field days
Monday, April 8, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo.– Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or this spring is your first in the field, the University of Missouri’s College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) field days will offer ample opportunities to learn about techniques, tools and technology that you can employ on your farm.
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Drought damage: Which trees will survive?
Monday, March 18, 2013
GALLATIN, Mo. – Last year’s drought left many of Missouri’s trees and shrubs in trouble. As spring arrives, we’ll learn what survived and what did not.
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Browse these University of Missouri websites:

CARES - Center for Applied Research and Environmental Systems
Aids interested public and private parties in learning about and managing our resources.
Missouri Woodland Steward Program
Introduces landowners to basic forestry and wildlife management and shows them how to integrate both forms of management on their property.