Everything Forest Health is discussed, from invasive species to a changing climate. Host Demian Gomez, PhD talks to forest health experts to share cool stories regarding insects, fungi, and forest ecology.
The hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive forest insect threatening hemlock forests in eastern North America. Join Demian and Dr. Robert Jetton from North Carolina State University on a discussion on the impacts and management of this insect.
Robert’s lab: https://cnr.ncsu.edu/directory/robert-m-jetton/ (https://cnr.ncsu.edu/directory/robert-m-jetton/)
3 Feb 2024
Pathogen Diagnostics with LAMP - Dr. Caterina Villari
Loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) has become an increasingly popular tool for the diagnosis and surveillance of plant pathogens. Join Demian and Dr. Caterina Villari from University of Georgia on a discussion on how this technology is changing pathogen diagnostics.
Villari lab: https://warnell.uga.edu/about/centers-labs/villari-forest-pathology-lab (https://warnell.uga.edu/about/centers-labs/villari-forest-pathology-lab)
27 Dec 2023
How AI is Changing Insect Identification - Chris Marais
AI is everywhere today. From predictive texts to large language models. Image recognition for example, is starting to play a significant role in biodiversity and taxonomy. Join Demian and Chris Marais from University of Florida on a discussion on how AI is changing insect identification and taxonomy.
UF Forest Entomology Lab: https://ambrosiasymbiosis.org/ (https://ambrosiasymbiosis.org/)
Bark Beetle Identification Tool: https://ambrosiasymbiosis.org/automated_identification/ (https://ambrosiasymbiosis.org/automated_identification/)
25 Nov 2023
Brown Spot Needle Blight - Colton Meinecke
Brown Spot Needle Blight is a native fungal pathogen that is causing impacts on pine trees across the southeastern United States. Join Demian and Colton Meinecke from University of Georgia on a discussion on the epidemiology and management of brown spot.
Colton’s contact info:
Twitter/X @resinsoaked (https://twitter.com/resinsoaked) and @LabVillari (https://twitter.com/LabVillari)
Resources:
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/forestry/brown-spot-needle-blight-of-loblolly-pine/ (https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/forestry/brown-spot-needle-blight-of-loblolly-pine/)
22 Oct 2023
Laurel Wilt in Avocado Orchards - Dr. Romina Gazis
Laurel wilt is a lethal vascular disease caused by Harringtonia lauricola. Since its introduction in 2004, this disease has killed millions of trees in the family Lauraceae, incuding redbay, avocado, and sassafras. Join Demian and Dr. Romina Gazis from University of Florida on a discussion on the impacts and management of laurel wilt.
Romina's Lab: https://trec.ifas.ufl.edu/plantdiagnosticclinic/ (https://trec.ifas.ufl.edu/plantdiagnosticclinic/)
17 Sept 2023
Elm Zigzag Sawfly - Dr. Kelly Oten
Have you heard about sawflies on elm trees? Join Demian and Dr. Kelly Oten from North Carolina State University on a discussion on the elm zigzag sawfly, a new invasive species reported in eastern United States.
13 Aug 2023
Wood Packaging Material and Invasive Species - Dr. Dave Coyle
Have you ever wondered how invasive species move around? Join Demian and Dr. David Coyle from Clemson University on a discussion on wood packaging material and its role in the movement of non-native species.
📄 Paper: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10530-023-03058-8 (https://doi.org/10.1007/s10530-023-03058-8)
16 Jul 2023
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