Forestry
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An introduction to the how and why to manage for healthy forests in Connecticut.
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Information on Forest Protection staff and program.
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Elm Zigzag Sawfly in Connecticut
The elm zigzag sawfly is a non‑native insect pest.
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Verticillium Wilt in Connecticut
A description of verticillium wilt, a fungal pathogen, and its effects on forests in Connecticut.
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Dutch Elm Disease in Connecticut
Dutch Elm Disease is a devastating vascular disease of elm trees caused by two fungal pathogens.
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Asian jumping worms are invasive earthworms from East Asia that have become established in Connecticut.
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The winter moth is a non-native invasive defoliating insect.
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Beech Bark Disease in Connecticut
Beech bark disease is a long-established threat to American beech trees in Connecticut and across the northeastern United States.
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The DEEP Division of Forestry's Forest Protection Program provides support to local fire departments for wildlife incidents and loans out a Smokey Bear suit for fire education events.
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Anthracnose Diseases in Connecticut
Anthracnose describes several fungal diseases that attack the leaves, shoots, and sometimes branches of many hardwood trees in Connecticut.
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The Forest Practices Act was passed by the Connecticut General Assembly in 1991.
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Urban Forested Natural Areas and Riparian Corridor Restoration Grant Program
Funding addressing forest health issues specifically for invasive control and restoration of urban natural areas and riparian corridors
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Oak Shelterwood Establishment Harvest
Before and after photographs of an oak shelterwood establishment harvest implemented by CT DEEP Division of Forestry to diversify forest age structure and regenerate an oak-dominated forest type.
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Missed a webinar of interest? No problem. Access and watch recently-recored forestry webinars here.