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Dear Friend of KAA,
November 2019
Does anyone feel an inclination to build a boat?
With all the precipitation we have had over the past several months, most of our trees and shrubs are lush and thriving. Yes, we are seeing more fungal issues, but overall trees in the Kentuckiana area are quite content.
KAA has over the past year been thriving and has shown growth--our numbers for attendance at the annual conference were record-setting (both days)--and your responses to the subjects and speakers were very positive! Great job!
KAA’s board members are currently working on a few projects--our major one is: licensure to work, which will help to ensure safe working practices that will benefit all arborists, as well as our clientele, and should help to eventually lower our insurance costs, too. Adequate training and usage of personal protective equipment is a must when working in our industry, so help to spread the word!
Another milestone that we have accomplished is that we have successfully completed the initial Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification class and exam, with 100% passing! Congrats, to those of you taking the class, and congrats to you, Dr. Fountain, for a fine job in their preparation! Watch your email for upcoming classes.
KAA continues to grow and thrive, and as the public becomes more aware of the need for maintaining and protecting our trees, we will continue to be an integral part of this process. We remain open and willing to improve on how we accomplish our everyday tasks, as well as long-term plans for growing and maintaining our state’s diverse canopy. So, as we move forward, let’s all work to improve our industry and to make sure we are working as safely as possible!
Laura Lyon
KAA President
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BOXWOOD BLIGHT
By Nicole Ward Gauthier, Extension Plant Pathologist & Jamie Dockery Extension Horticulture Agent
Boxwood blight is a disease of boxwood (Buxus spp.) that causes rapid defoliation and plant dieback. Infected plants are eventually weakened, and the resulting plant stress and consequent colonization by secondary invaders often results in plant death. This fungal disease is particularly devastating to American boxwood cultivars, which can defoliate within a week; weakened plants can die within one growing season.
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POSSIBLE DROUGHT EFFECTS ON YOUR TREES
By Laura Lyon, KAA President
Prior to this past summer’s paucity of precipitation, Kentuckiana had recorded an 11”+ surplus, mainly due to February’s above average rainfall of 10.47”. This surplus, coupled with a excess from last year’s rainfall, triggered our trees into frenetic fruit and seed production and tropical-like dense foliage.
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SO MANY PLANTS SO LITTLE TIME
By Dr. Bill Fountain, Extension Professor of Arboriculture University of Kentucky
“The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The next best time is today.” This statement is often coupled with the admonishment that trees are an essential element in our home and urban landscapes. Without a generous canopy cover, towns and cities would be less healthy and pleasant places to live, work, and play.
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Welcome Dr. Jonathan Larson to UK Extension Entomology
Posted on August 6, 2019
Our new Extension entomologist, Dr. Jonathan Larson, began work on August 1 in the Entomology Department at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Jonathan replaces Lee Townsend, who retired at the end of 2018. His responsibilities will include Extension programs and applied research on arthropods of ornamentals, turf, landscapes, nursery crops, urban forestry, livestock, as well as other general Extension entomology duties.
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