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ID That Tree: Black Oak

In this episode of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee continues to talk about the oak groups, this time focusing on the black oak species. Deep sinuses on the leaves and shinier coat, a dark blocky bark and acorns...

Jarred Brooke Receives PK-12 Council Staff Excellence Award

Purdue Extension wildlife specialist Jarred Brooke was honored by the College of Agriculture PK-12 Council on Thursday with the Staff Excellence Award for his work with PK-12 audiences to expand their interest in and preparation for careers in natural resource sciences....

Brooke’s Prescribed Fire Videos Utilized in Global USFS Efforts

The goal of extension work is to provide practical solutions to local - and global - issues from agricultural production, environmental issues, natural resource conservation, land use and more. Purdue Extension wildlife specialist Jarred Brooke’s work with prescribed fire is doing...

Four Simple Steps, Help Indiana DNR Estimate Wild Turkey Populations

Each year, the Indiana DNR conducts its Turkey Brood Survey to determine wild turkey productivity. The DNR relies on Hoosier outdoor enthusiasts from across the state to report the number of hens and poults they see from July 1st to August...

Phomopsis Dieback of Spruce

Purdue Landscape Report: We receive a large number of spruce samples each year at the Purdue Plant and Pest Diagnostic Laboratory (PPDL), with the vast majority being from Colorado blue spruce with needlecast. Many others show lower needle yellowing, which...

ID That Tree: Alternate Leaf Arrangement – Honey Locust/Bur Oak

In this edition of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee gives tips on how to identify two species - honey locust and bur oak - from just the markings and scarring on leafless twigs. If you have any...

Question: When can we transplant our tulip tree?

Question: We live in Tippecanoe county and need to transplant a tulip tree that is 2-3’ tall. Could you please tell me when the optimal time would be to transplant? I have read to transplant in the spring, but would...

ID That Tree: Black Gum

On this edition of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee introduces you to the Black Gum, also known as bee gum. This simple leaved species can bring brilliant fall color and is best identified by its branches, which...

ID That Tree: Sweetgum

Spiky round fruiting structures which hold the seeds as well as star-shaped leaves are signature characteristics of the sweetgum, a tree native to southern Indiana and utilized ornamentally throughout the state. Learn more about the sweetgum from Purdue Extension forester...

A Template for Your Wildlife Habitat Management Plan

Many landowners are interested in enhancing their property for wildlife. An important step in that process is creating a plan. This publication provides a template to help landowners write a wildlife habitat management plan. View other wildlife habitat management publications...

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