Overview of Oak Ecology and Economics, Northern & Southern Research Stations, U.S. Forest Service

Research & Development Presents... Promoting Productivity in Eastern Oak Ecosystems

In the eastern United States, oaks are abundant and provide significant economic and ecological benefits. However, oak ecosystems have experienced significant changes over the past century due to fire exclusion by suppression, land-use changes, pests, and pathogens. These pressures threaten the long-term sustainability of oak-dominated systems. Research-informed management efforts are critical now, more than ever.   

This is a four-part webinar series presented by the USDA Forest Service Northern and Southern Research Stations, scientists and natural resource professionals will share actionable strategies for sustainable oak productivity.  Each webinar will consist of several 10 to 20-minute presentations followed by a moderated Q&A session with the audience. Webinars are eligible for 1 continuing education credit each through the Society of American Foresters, The Wildlife Society, and the International Society of Arboriculture.

For the 1st webinar, we will discuss an Overview of Oak Ecology and Economics. Oaks dominate many eastern forests and are valued for their timber, ecosystem function, and beauty. Presenters will provide an overview of oak management, ecology, distribution across the landscape, and their place in regional and local hardwood markets.

Register on Overview of Oak Ecology and Economics event.

For more information on the webinar series, visit Research & Development Presents... Promoting Productivity in Eastern Oak Ecosystems.

Future Scheduled Eastern Oak Ecosystems Webinars:
January 15th, 2026 - Threats to Oak Ecosystems: Pests and Pathogens
January 20, 2026 - Fire Management and Silviculture in Oak Ecosystems
January 22, 2026 - Planning for Oak Restoration at Scale

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