From the Woods Today - Tree Planting Techniques and Methods

From the Woods Today - Tree Planting Techniques and Methods

Author: Renee Williams, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension April 29, 2025 Duration: 1:02:28

Come celebrate Arbor Day with us this week! Environmental Control Supervisor, Jason Hunt from the Kentucky Division of Forestry will be stopping by to talk to us about the best tree planting techniques and methods!

Also on tap... Forestry Extension's Forest Health Specialist, Dr. Ellen Crocker and KY Division of Forestry Forest Health Program Coordinator Alexandra Blevins are back for another forest health segment on how to treat your trees for emerald ash borer and hemlock wooly adelgid. 4.23.25

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Every Wednesday, the digital airwaves fill with the sounds of rustling leaves, insightful conversation, and practical knowledge straight from the heart of Kentucky's landscapes. From the Woods Today is your weekly companion for exploring the intricate, often overlooked world of forests and natural resources. Co-hosted by Renee Williams and Billy Thomas with the UK Forestry and Natural Resources Extension, this live podcast serves as a direct line to experts, bringing the latest science, management tips, and ecological stories right to your ears. The discussions are grounded and accessible, moving beyond theory to focus on the tangible aspects of woodland stewardship, wildlife habitats, and the quiet wonders found just off the trail. You'll hear interviews with researchers, deep dives into seasonal changes affecting your local environment, and straightforward answers to the complex questions that landowners and nature enthusiasts face. Tuning in feels less like a lecture and more like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable neighbor who has spent a lifetime observing the rhythms of the natural world. This is a podcast for anyone curious about the life cycle of a tree, the management of a healthy watershed, or simply the latest news from the field of environmental science. It’s where professional insight meets personal passion, all dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the resources that sustain us. Join the live broadcast to be part of the conversation, or catch the episode on-demand to connect with the woods on your own time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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From the Woods Today - Snake Appreciation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:37
Snakes have frequently faced misunderstanding and criticism throughout the years. In celebration of World Snake Day, Dr. Steve Price, Acting Chair of the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources and Professor of Stre…
From the Woods Today - Forestry Careers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:51
Frannie Preston, ForestryWorks Coordinator for Kentucky and UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, will be our guest to talk about how different forestry careers shapes young minds. ForestryWorks® is a collaborat…
From the Woods Today - Wildlife Survival Tactics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:57
Dr. Matt Springer, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, is our guest today talking about how animals adapt to the unique environmental challenges in Kentucky, from braving the cold to thriving in the sweltering…
From the Woods Today - The Incredible Realm of Insects [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:47
Dr. Jonathan Larson, University of Kentucky Entomology Department, is joining us once again by diving into the world of insects. With a wealth of knowledge, he will unveil the astonishing behaviors and their critical rol…
From the Woods Today - Pollinators [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:45
This week we welcome Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves Caroline Kane. Caroline is going to talk about the important role bees play in pollination and why they are so important to our environment and how you can support…
From the Woods Today - Cicadas Damaging Your Trees? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:31
Are you seeing damage in your trees since the cicadas came to town? Something to worry about or not? Dr. Ellen Crocker, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Dr. Jonathan Larson, Univer…
From the Woods Today - Fireflies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:19
Dr. Jonathan Larson from the University of Kentucky Entomology Department, joins us to explain how fireflies produce their mesmerizing glow. Also on tap... Made in the Shade: How Shade Tolerance Influences Woodlands and…
From the Woods Today - Monitoring for Invasives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:23
This week, Frannie Preston, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, joins us to learn about invasive plants and how to monitor them. How they change, tracking them, and more! Late…
From the Woods Today - Kentucky Farmland Transition Initiative [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:28
Aleta Botts stops by the show to talk to us all about the Kentucky Farmland Transition Initiative! The Kentucky Farmland Transition Initiative was launched in spring 2024 to provide resources to farmers and landowners se…
From the Woods Today - Morels [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:13
This week on From the Woods Today, we are joined by Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Pikeville, Byron Meade, for a segment all about morels! If you have ever wanted to learn how to identify these mushr…