Fall 2022 Update - Outreach

Forestry and Natural Resources Extension

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In The Woods Podcast covers the Emerald Ash Borer

Looking for a forestry and natural resources podcast? You’ll find it “In the Woods!”

Episode 23 covers the recent discovery of emerald ash borer in Oregon. In this episode, Lauren Grand invites ODF State Forest Entomologist Christine Buhl and OSU Extension Agent Daniel Stark on the podcast to discuss what this discovery means and how to prevent it from spreading.

On June 30, 2022, emerald ash borer (EAB), an exotic beetle that infests ash trees, was discovered in Forest Grove, Oregon, marking the first confirmation of the invasive pest on the West Coast. OSU Extension Service asks that you be alert and report sightings!

Visit the episode page to listen to the podcast as well as find links to useful resources. While you’re there, subscribe to “In the Woods” and listen to some of the other great episodes!

Other Great Episodes

Episode 24: Swiss Needle Cast with Dave Shaw and Gabriela Ritokova

“Just because you find Swiss Needle Cast doesn’t necessarily mean it’s causing growth declines.” – Dave Shaw, Forest Health Specialist with OSU FNR Extension Program

Episode 22: Selling Logs with Francisca Belart

“The best logger is not always the cheapest one. It is, most of the time, the one that aligns with your objectives as a landowner the best.” – Francisca Belart, OSU Extension’s Timber Harvesting Specialist

Episode 21: Mass Plywood Panel Facility Tour with Cody Beairsto

“They can be used in a variety of formats, all from floors to walls to beams and columns. Really almost any element of a building, we can probably make it out of MPP.” – Cody Beairsto, Freres Engineered Wood Project Coordinator

Episode 20: Fire Adapted Communities with Carrie Berger and Emily Jane Davis

“Even if you think you don’t have what it takes to do all this fire stuff, know that you do. You can be the spark that motivates your community.” – Carrie Berger, OSU Fire Program Manager