Webinar

Dr. Matt Kasson, (Associate Professor, Forest Pathology, WVU) will discuss the potential of Verticillium nonalfalfae as a biological control agent for Tree of Heaven.

Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolius) and Air potato (Dioscorea bulbifera) are two non-native species harming natural ecosystems in Florida and other regions in the southeastern United States. Dr. Carey Minteer (University of Florida) will provide a general overview of the introduction, range, impact and possible management strategies for these species.

The Asian longhorned beetle (Anoplophora glabripennis, or ALB) is a threat to America's hardwood trees. With no current cure, early identification and eradication are critical to its control. Dr. David Coyle (Clemson University) and Mr. Joe Boggs (Ohio State) will cover provide a general overview of the introduction, range, status of infestations, impact and possible management strategies for Asian longhorned beetle.

The southern pine beetle (SPB), Dendroctonus frontalis, is the most destructive insect pest of pine in the southern United States. Dr. John Nowak will be giving a general overview of the biology, range and impact of and possible management strategies for preventing the spread of this insect pest.

Laurel wilt is caused by Raffaelea lauricola, a fungal pathogen transmitted by the ambrosia beetle Xyleborus glabratus. Dr. Albert 'Bud' Mayfield will be giving a general overview of the introduction, range and impact of and possible management strategies for preventing the spread of this disease.