Stay updated and informed with Tree Pest Alert, brought to you by SDSU Extension and the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Each week John Ball, Professor, SDSU Extension Forestry Specialist and South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Forest Health Specialist, shares the latest in forestry development across the state. From seasonal issues and timely recommendations to disease diagnosis and expert advice, the Tree Pest Alert is a trusted resource for selecting, planting and caring for trees and shrubs all year round.
Tree Pest Alert
Stay updated and informed with Tree Pest Alert, brought to you by SDSU Extension and the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Each week John Ball, Professor, SDSU Extension Forestry Specialist and South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Forest Health Specialist, shares the latest in forestry development across the state. From seasonal issues and timely recommendations to disease diagnosis and expert advice, the Tree Pest Alert is a trusted resource for selecting, planting and caring for trees and shrubs all year round.
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