Forest Tree Diseases Of The Prairie Provinces

The major forest tree diseases of the Canadian prairie provinces are described in terms of their cause, distribution and hosts, symptoms and signs, disease cycle, damage, and control. The 25 coniferous, 15 deciduous, and 6 noninfectious disorders are illustrated by 47 pages of colour photographs. An appendix listing the diseases by host, a glossary of technical terms, and a general index listing the common and scientific names of the hosts and the scientific names of the pathogens are also included.

The most common and important insects, diseases, and other damagingagents of forest trees in the Canadian prairie provinces are describedin terms of their symptoms and signs, distribution, hosts, disease(life) cycle, and damage. These are illustrated with colour photographsfor easy identification. The book is divided into three majorcolour-coded sections: one for insects and diseases of conifers, onefor insects and diseases of hardwoods, and one for other damagingagents. A host index listing pest species and disorders by host speciesand part of host affected, a glossary of technical terms, a generalreference section, and a general index listing common and scientificnames of hosts and pests as well as other damaging agents are alsoincluded.

Urban trees on the prairies are essential to our changing landscape environment. I have helped thousands of people with their tree problems over the past 43 years. Tree diseases and how to deal with them continue to plague a very large number of people. "Where can we get more information about these tree problems?" is a question I am constantly being asked. This book will help you to narrow the search for the problems plaguing your trees by going through the images and accompanied text. As well, there are also helpful detailed instructions on how to take care of the nutritional requirements of your trees. Keeping a tree healthy can reduce its susceptibility to diseases much as good nutrition does with people and animals. You can always reach me on line at www.treeexperts.mb.ca if you need any further help. Enjoy your trees!

Forest pest conditions in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories during 1990 are summarized and some predictions of infestation status are given for 1991. Twelve major pests are discussed, and additional noteworthy insects, diseases, and tree damage agents are reported in a table. An updating of surveys for acid rain symptoms in permanently established ARNEWS (Acid Rain National Early Warning System) plots and pest damage incidence in young coniferous stands are also reported.

Forest pest conditions in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories during 1987 are summarized, and some predictions of infestation status are given for 1988. Eight major pests are discussed, and additional noteworthy insects, diseases, and other tree damage agents are reported in a table. Results of surveys for acid rain symptoms, pests and damage incidence in nurseries and plantations, and climatic injury to trees are also reported.