How to utilize it as a tool for managing pests in the urban ecosystem
Summary: In this course, we will see how science has led to effective treatment of various insects and diseases based on tree size, health, and species as reliable predictors at preventing tree loss. We will explore Tree Injection Best Management Practices as compiled by co-authors Dr. Smiley and Shawn Bernick within the ISA’s Best Management Practice booklet. Developing a consistent training program of where to properly inject trees and approaching this application method as a toolbox approach. Learn the latest in trunk injection processes that minimize wounding while effectively managing pests and diseases, with the latest in open-system, trunk injection tools. We will cover the key distinctions between macro and micro infusion and why they are important to successful treatments.
Date: September 22, 2022
Time: 9:00 am- 12:30 pm
Location: Morris Arboretum, 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
3 ISA CEUs available
Registration
Agenda
8:30 am – 9:00 am Introduction
Bob Dolan, Territory Manager, Rainbow Ecoscience
- Welcome
- Safety brief
- Housekeeping, photo / video
- Review the agenda for the day and expectations
- Introduction of guest speakers and Rainbow staff
9:00 am – 10:00 am Tree Injection Best Practices
Bob Dolan, Territory Manager, Rainbow Ecoscience
What are the tree injection best practices and the science behind them?
10:00 am – 11:00 am Application Techniques and Benefits
Mark Ware, Rainbow Ecoscience Arborlogist
Key Distinctions between application techniques. (Macro injection vs micro injection) In this portion we will cover the key distinctions between several tree injection methods and why some deliver more predictable results in certain scenarios than others.
Break 11:15 am – 11:30 am
11:30 am – 12:30 am Field demonstration: Mirco and Marco Injection Techniques
Bob Dolan - Rainbow Ecoscience team
In this outdoor demonstration, we will perform both micro and macro injection techniques.
