As it has been my custom, 14 years in a a row, in January I attended the annual meeting of the California Tree Failure Report Program (CTFRP). This ongoing project, sponsored by the University of ...

Emergency tree experts offer quick response with specialized equipment and safety protocols that DIY attempts cannot match. Heavy, wet snow creates unique hazards, especially for evergreens and ...

NORMAN, Okla. – An interdisciplinary team of researchers from across the University of Oklahoma has received a $1.2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to transform how communities ...

Forest configuration, defined by tree density and spacing, affects trees’ resistance against powerful winds. In this study, the thinned plot experienced tree failures due to Typhoon Trami, while the ...

Purdue Landscape Report: Tree care, in many cases, can be expensive if you require the assistance of an arborist for pruning or removals. Extreme weather events, characterized by extensive rain and ...

As I was heading south on Highway 29 between Yountville and Napa the other day, I noticed something unusual that prompted me to pull off the highway and take a closer look. A huge valley oak had ...

A recent study on Cryptomeria japonica plots shows that trees dissipate wind energy by switching between two swaying behaviors at specific wind speeds, offering insights that may help in improved ...

Vilchis Tree Services Pro has released a new educational blog post focused on helping Georgia homeowners identify dangerous trees before they cause damage or injury. The blog, titled “How To Tell If a ...