Extension

We have and continue to develop web-based tools for transferring information to foresters. These efforts include:

 

• The Southern Pine Beetle Internet Control Center (SPBICC), an interactive, self-maintaining, comprehensive website for the southern pine beetle.

• The Verbenone Online Workshop for professional foresters to learn about a new control tactic utilizing the inhibitor verbenone for suppressing SPB infestations. The workshop walks foresters through an informative training session which equips them with the knowledge to effectively carry out the tactic in real control situations.

• Forest and Tree Pest Sampling Database: A searchable database for publications that focus on sampling for forest and shade tree insect pests. This one is also under construction, but a pre-release version can be viewed at.

• The HWA Online Bibliography covers publications related to hemlock and hemlock pests. It was developed by the USDA Forest Service and Virginia Tech. Warren T. Mays of Virginia Tech is the content manager of the site.