Description: Although oak wilt has been known to occur in Ohio since at least 1950, it seems to be increasingly damaging across the state in recent years. This presentation will cover the basic biology and identification of oak wilt, how to collect samples for laboratory confirmation of oak wilt, and management options in natural forests and urban settings.
Presenter: Tom Macy
Bio: Tom Macy is the Forest Health Program Manager for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry and is based in Columbus, Ohio.
ISA CEUs: 1.0 Certified Arborist, Utility Specialist, Municipal Specialist, Aerial Lift Specialist, Climber Specialist, BCMA Science