Have you ever heard that a healthy plant is resistant to insects or that a stressed plant is more susceptible? Plant vigor and plant stress are commonly blamed for pest outbreaks but the research on this topic is not as clear cut. In this webinar, Dr. David Held (Landscape Entomologist, Auburn University) will explain the ideas of plant vigor and plant stress and how we expect plant feeding insects and mites respond to it. We will also explore how different…

Injuries and fatalities when felling whole trees are on the rise. Ash trees impacted by the emerald ash borer pose unique hazards and challenges. This presentation will walk through how to identify and mitigate some of the hazards relating to working near or on ash trees. Presented by Tim Walsh. CEUs will be available with live broadcast.

Oaks comprise the largest taxon of woody plants in North America, with the highest diversity of oak species occurring in Alabama. With the wide variety of oaks and their tendency to hybridize, oaks can be a challenge to identify. This webinar will review the differences between white and red oaks, focusing on how to identify the major species as well as a few of the less common ones. Where species typically grow and any special uses will also be covered.…

Nick Araya from TreeCareLA will be taking over the TreeStuff Facebook Page Livestream for a webinar on using successful cabling techniques to save trees! Watch in your PJs as Nick discusses equipment, proper cabling placement, and tips and tricks for selling cabling services to your customers. Watch the broadcast live and you'll be able to earn 2 FREE CEUs!

Vegetation can be a serious challenge for arborists and utilities, causing service interruptions and even wildfires. Data-driven approaches based on reliable knowledge about the condition of vegetation support the transition from a cycle-based to condition and predictive-based maintenance, increasing the process efficiency and safety. Satellite data and space technology made actionable via artificial intelligence allow to identify and prioritize critical segments of overhead lines affected by vegetation and improve tasking and reporting processes for arborists and utilities. Presented by Mike…

This webinar will focus primarily on common growing season identification (ID) features, such as leaves, flowers, fruit and bark. The webinar will also include some dormant season ID characteristics, such as buds, branching, bark and habitat. County Extension Agents are often asked to identify a tree growing in a client's yard. This webinar will take participants on a virtual walk to learn the various ways to identify some of Georgia's most common trees. We will primarily focus on BIFs -…

Injuries and fatalities when felling whole trees are on the rise. Ash trees impacted by the emerald ash borer pose unique hazards and challenges. This presentation will walk through how to identify and mitigate some of the hazards relating to working near or on ash trees. Presented by Tim Walsh. 1 CEU available with live broadcast.

Taylor Hamel is going to host a tree climbing seminar LIVE from a tree! Watch as he explains how to safely and efficiently move like an Orangutan hyped up on energy drinks, and even earn 2 FREE CEUs for watching live

This webinar is designed to educate attendees in safe practices for chainsaw use. Taught by Jeff Thierbach, BCMA, Utility Specialist, RCA, and CTSP, this course covers: procedures for operation and maintenance, hazard awareness, correct PPE, and more. 4 CEUs with live broadcast. CTSPs also available.