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Introduction Forests are complex ecosystems composed of diverse flora and fauna, functioning in a delicate balance. However, this balance is often disturbed by various biotic and abiotic factors, notably insects, diseases, and disorders, which can cause significant damage to trees and forest ecosystems. Understanding the nature of these threats, their causes, impacts, and management strategies … Read more
Introduction Forests are vital ecosystems that provide numerous ecological, economic, and social benefits, including biodiversity habitat, carbon sequestration, timber resources, and recreational opportunities. Maintaining forest health across large landscapes requires comprehensive monitoring to detect pests, diseases, invasive species, and environmental stresses. While government agencies and professional foresters play a central role in this effort, the … Read more
Introduction In 2024, a warm, dry year intensified outbreaks of forest pests across regions like Colorado, as detailed in the Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) annual forest health report. Pests such as western spruce budworm, mountain pine beetle, and Douglas-fir beetle thrived under near-record temperatures and drought, stressing trees and increasing wildfire risks. While Forest … Read more
Introduction The Great Forest Park Balloon Race (GFPBR), a beloved St. Louis tradition since 1973, returns to Emerson Central Fields in Forest Park on Friday, September 19, and Saturday, September 20, 2025. As one of the longest-running hot air balloon races in the United States and the only one held in a major metropolitan city, … Read more
Introduction For nearly 150 years, Forest Park in St. Louis has been a cherished urban oasis, weaving together generations of families, immigrants, students, and visitors in a tapestry of shared memories and community pride. Spanning 1,300 acres, the park has hosted historic events like the 1904 World’s Fair and continues to thrive as a recreational … Read more
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), effective from June 2023 and set to be enforced from December 2025, aims to ensure that products entering the EU market—such as soy, beef, coffee, cocoa, palm oil, rubber, and wood—are not linked to deforestation after December 31, 2020, regardless of whether the deforestation is legal or illegal in … Read more
Forestry Internships: Launching Your Career in Forest Conservation and Management Forestry internships are a gateway to a rewarding career in one of the most vital and dynamic fields of environmental science. As global demand for sustainable forest management, conservation, and climate resilience grows, internships offer students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on … Read more