Forest Health News

Browse these bulletins to learn about the causes of branch flagging, insect defoliators, exotic insect and disease pests, conifer problems, and current disease issues.

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Forest Health Highlights
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Forest Health Alerts
Anthracnose of Shade Trees1.19 MB
Use this dowload to learn more about Anthracnose in Missouri's trees.
Armillaria Root Rot2.07 MB
Use this dowload to learn more about Armillaria root rot in Missouri.
Defoliating Caterpillars1.35 MB
Use this dowload to learn more about caterpillars that defoliate Missouri's trees.
Fall Webworm1.56 MB
Fall webworms defoliate trees and spin webs. Learn how to spot them and how to help your trees.
Shortleaf Pine Mortality1.57 MB
Ips beetle attacks can kill shortleaf pines. Learn how to deal with an attack.
Finding EAB in Winter971.40 KB
Bark blonding on ash trees in winter could be a sign of emerald ash borers.
Japanese Beetles1.45 MB
Learn how to stop these insects before they eat all the leaves off your tree.
Jumping Oak Gall962.47 KB
This tiny native wasp can cause the leaves of white oaks to turn brown.
Hypoxylon Canker1.09 MB
This disease of oaks and other hardwoods is common after drought.
Oak Wilt1.16 MB
This oak disease spreads easily in the spring. Learn to identify and prevent it.
Urban Tree Decline1.40 MB
Drought and other stresses cause urban trees to lose health and vigor.