trail clearing technique and tools

[ArlyA]

I had a local forester recommend allowing as many young ash making as you can, even if the ash borer eventually gets them. This will maybe keep them around enough to potentially find a solution in the near future maybe?

You know there is a vaccine for them correct? I believe you need to use it every three years. Me, I'd not plant ash trees.

 

[EscapedSuburbia]

You know there is a vaccine for them correct? I believe you need to use it every three years. Me, I'd not plant ash trees.

I started down that road to try to preserve a mature ash at my last house. I only did it one year because I don't like putting chemicals in the ground, especially ones that are toxic to pollinators.

 

[ArlyA]

I started down that road to try to preserve a mature ash at my last house. I only did it one year because I don't like putting chemicals in the ground, especially ones that are toxic to pollinators.

There is no vaccine for ash trees, but there are effective treatments, primarily through trunk injections of systemic insecticides to protect them from the emerald ash borer (EAB). These treatments are often administered by licensed professionals and use active ingredients like emamectin benzoate or imidacloprid, which are injected directly into the tree's vascular system to protect it from the pest

 

[EscapedSuburbia]

There is no vaccine for ash trees, but there are effective treatments, primarily through trunk injections of systemic insecticides to protect them from the emerald ash borer (EAB). These treatments are often administered by licensed professionals and use active ingredients like emamectin benzoate or imidacloprid, which are injected directly into the tree's vascular system to protect it from the pest

I don't remember what it was, but it was something I was supposed to pour around the roots. Not only would it kill insects in the ground but since it would be taken by the limbs and leaves it would kill insects in the canopy too. It just wasn't worth it to me to save that tree. I don't know if the trunk injection has the same problem.

 

[kenmbz]

I tried that, but with , at the time, a few hundred dying Ash, it was not realistic.
I tried to focus on one that was in great shape, the treatment just delayed the inevitable.
The Borers are still in the area feeding on young trees.

 

[walhondingMF]

You know there is a vaccine for them correct? I believe you need to use it every three years. Me, I'd not plant ash trees.

Never heard of that. Going to look into that.

 

[ArlyA]

Dr Google and Mr. Ai says,
“Yes, trimmer line can have a shelf life, as it may become brittle and less effective over time, especially if not stored properly. To extend its lifespan, it's recommended to keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture, and some users suggest storing it in water to maintain flexibility.”

I learn something every day. For those of you storing your string in water, do you make your water from melting dry ice?

The nylon strings are made form gets micro cracks which the water is suppose to alleviate. YRMV.