Planning for Oak Restoration at Scale, 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.

In the 4th webinar, we will discuss Planning for Oak Restoration at Scale. Oak restoration is a goal for many eastern national forests, but how do managers begin these efforts? Presenters in this session will share research-based strategies for promoting natural regeneration (with prescribed fire, harvesting, and competition control) and artificial regeneration (by planting high-quality seedlings).

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

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