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The same “green revolution” concepts that have revolutionized crop agriculture and helped to feed billions of people around the world may now offer similar potential in forestry, scientists say, with benefits for wood, biomass production, drought stress and even greenhouse gas mitigation. Researchers at Oregon State University recently outlined the latest findings on reduced height growth in trees through genetic modification, and concluded that several advantageous growth traits could...

HAYWARD, Calif., Sept. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Arborwell Professional Tree Management, California's leading commercial tree care company, is in the process of completing the GIS inventory of the City of Berkeley's public trees in collaboration with Berkeley's IT/GIS Department, the Department of Forestry, and CAL Fire. The City of Berkeley proposed this project with the purpose of quantifying the benefits of public trees throughout the city. Arborwell is providing them with an...

HAYWARD, Calif., Aug. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Arborwell Professional Tree Management, California's leading commercial tree care company, has earned the position of #4349 on the 2012 Inc. 5000, Inc.'s annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. As an Inc. 5000 honoree for the sixth year in a row, Arborwell shares a prestigious pedigree with some of the most exciting, successful businesses in the country. "Our continued success is a direct result of...

The battle between trees and power lines is dividing many communities over preserving trees and maintaining uninterrupted electricity. The lights don’t have to go out in Philadelphia PA. Homeowners and municipalities can have a professional tree service evaluate street trees and take action with tree trimming, tree removal and planting more suitable street trees according to Giroud Tree and Lawn Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) August 17, 2012 A battle is raging between trees and power...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Aug. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) selected five arborists for the 2012 class of "True Professionals of Arboriculture" in the largest global recognition program for professionalism in tree care. Recognition took place at the 88(th) annual ISA Conference and Trade Show, August 11--15th in Portland, Ore., honoring the following: William Logan (Brooklyn, N.Y.) Tim Kastning (Hayden, Idaho) Bruce Kreitler (Abilene, Texas)...

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Husqvarna, the world's largest producer of outdoor power products, is helping to increase workforce safety within the arborist industry by donating $12,500 to the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund's (TREE Fund) Safe Arborist Techniques Fund during the International Society of Arboriculture's 2012 Conference and Trade Show. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, average job growth in the arborist industry is projected to...

NEW YORK, July 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 31st, Gaelic Storm steps back into the ring with the release of their new album, Chicken Boxer, a heavyweight record that comes out swinging with a mix of empowering anthems and traditional ballads. The album is the fifth to be released on the band's own label, Lost Again Records, Inc. and the group's ninth album overall. Get Chicken Boxer here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chicken-boxer/id536043939 Through years of high-energy...

CHICAGO, July 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Fredric Miller today announced that his team's survey of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) infestation in Chicago has reached a tipping point. The survey conducted in late June of this year confirmed the infestation in all 50 wards and found its progress advanced. Thousands of ash trees that are treatable today will be lost if not treated in the next ten weeks. The emerald ash borer is forcing a decline in tree health whereby the majority of the...

The extreme hot and dry summer weather makes growing quality Christmas trees a tough job for Blue Fire Media's client, Christmas Farms. Hartford, MI (PRWEB) July 19, 2012 The erratic weather this year and in particular, the heat and lack of rain that has accompanied this summer, have created problems for all living things, including crops. Christmas Farms, located in Hartford, Mich. takes pride in growing top quality Christmas trees. However, this season the task is a much more...

Tree service for overgrown trees and shrubs dramatically changes the curb appeal of a landscape and opens up pools, gardens, walkways and homes. Additionally, thick, poorly maintained trees are most vulnerable to damage in summer storms. Lou Giroud, ISA Certified Arborist and President of Giroud Tree and Lawn gives tips to Philadelphia area homeowners on how to make trees beautiful and safe. Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 11, 2012 It’s summer and time to spend time in the yard, pool or...