Billions upon billions of ash trees are dying or have been killed by emerald ash borer (EAB) in both urban and forested environments in the U.S. and Canada. (Photo 1) With time, the ash all will be returned back to [...]

Over the years, cranes have become more popular in the arborist world. And as the need for the machine increases, so does our need for education and safe work practices. But it doesn't end there. Whether you [...]

  Originating in parts of Europe and Asia, Rhamnus cathartic, aka buckthorn, was brought to these shores intended to be a welcome addition to our native landscaping stock. Now that it has gone feral, pushing its way into many [...]

  Over the first three installments of this series, we’ve explored the role of supplemental tree-support systems – why they’re needed, how they’re installed and the equipment required to implement them effectively. While these systems play a crucial role [...]

The goal of “zero incidents” is an impossible standard. As a profession, we have promoted this concept, but it is simply not realistic. While safety is always a priority, arboriculture is performed in a high-hazard environment, and every day [...]