Wisconsin Forestry Center

Eastern black walnut holds an almost legendary reputation as one of the most valuable timber species in central and eastern North America. A single, high-quality tree can fetch thousands of dollars—sometimes even influencing the outcome of an entire timber sale. With that level of interest, you’d think we’ve uncovered everything there is to know about this remarkable species. And while researchers and foresters have developed extensive knowledge around its silviculture and genetics, there’s still a lot to learn! In this episode of SilviCast, we delve into the silviculture of black walnut with Lenny Farlee, Extension Forester at Purdue University.

This webinar series explores several facets of prescribed fire related to forests and forest management. Foresters and land managers have many management tools at their disposal. A tool that’s often overlooked is prescribed fire. Prescribed fire for forest management is important for ​ecosystem health, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat, forest health, and disease control. Join us for insightful discussions with national experts as we discuss forest management using prescribed fire. Learn some of the practical knowledge of where, when, why, and how to apply fire in forest ecosystems. 

Join us​ for the next webinar on July 9 when we discuss Fire and Deer. Prescribed fire is a primary tool managers use to improve white-tailed deer habitat, as fire influences cover, forage, and deer use depending on frequency and season. Discuss using fire to improve a property for deer, including considerations for fire prescriptions in various vegetation communities.  Presented by Craig A. Harper, Ph.D., Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist, University of Tennessee and Mark Turner, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Oklahoma State University.

Foresters and land managers are increasingly entrusted with implementing forestry practices that meet a variety of ecological objectives. Ecological silviculture is the toolbox managers can use to maintain the structure, composition, function, and dynamics of natural forest ecosystems. Join us for insightful discussions with national experts as we expand our understanding of silviculture based on natural disturbance models and ecological principles. This six-part webinar series will culminate with follow-up workshops to review on-the-ground examples that utilize these principles.

Join us​ for the final webinar in this series on June 18 when Presented by Bob Seymour, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Silviculture, Maine’s School of Forest Resources discusses Ecological Silviculture of Acadian Forests.