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The March edition of the Local Forest History series focused on Minnesota wildlife in the twenty-first century: our featured expert was Blane Klemek. Local Forest History is produced by Mark Jacobs.
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Dave Bubser explains the forest certification process: how forests become certified, the sustainability standards involved and how they help consumers buy responsibly. The "Local Forest History" series is produced by Mark Jacobs.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issues quarantines for all areas known to have emerald ash borers to reduce the risk of further spreading the tree-killing insect.
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Patty Thielen of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources discusses the current state of Minnesota forests and unique aspects of forestry in Minnesota. The "Local Forest History" series is produced by Mark Jacobs.
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The agriculture department also noted confirmations in Kanabec County for the first time and more of the insect found in Isanti County. There are now 47 counties with emerald ash borers.
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Dennis Kepler of the Minnesota DNR discusses how forests have changed in 40 years and how LIDAR, a type of remote imaging using lasers, is used to study forests.
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John Rajala pointed out that consumers appreciate the concept of a natural working forest and will go out of their way to buy from ecologically responsible companies.
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Ecologist John Pastor joins John and Heidi to talk about his new book: White Pine: The Natural and Human History of a Foundational American Tree. John is a professor of biology at the University of Minnesota, Duluth.
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This week, Josh Donatell (Department of Natural Resources Forester) and Jeff Jackson (University of Minnesota Extension Educator) joined the Morning Show to discuss the Woodland Master Owner program! The course helps landowners create goals for their woodland, connect with local resource experts, and learn to manage their forests for wildlife, scenic, or harvest uses. Topics also include soil types, climate change, and controlling invasive species like buckthorn! Check it out here.
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This show strives to take an in-depth look at some natural resource-based issues important to our region. We’ll not only discuss the problems, but also attempt to highlight some creative solutions. This is the third episode of a new series looking at the history of our local forests.