The Tree
Yellow-cedar, the tree, common and scientific names. The cultural and economic value of this long lived tree.
Regeneration
The natural regeneration, as well as planting trials, site preparation & young growth management.
Detection
We apply remote sensing and image analysis techniques at three scales to examine the distribution of both live cedar and forest decline in Canada and Alaska. We analyze decline with respect to terrain features. Fine scale mapping examines microtopography, exposure and tree volume classes.
Climate and Epidemology
An exploration of the onset and development of yellow-cedar decline, linking warming climage to the cause of decline.
conservation/ management strategy
All knowledge of yellow-cedar decline is integrated into suggestions for a conservation and management strategy to ensure the survival of this valuable tree species in the future.
Wood Properties
We evaluate the value of dead yellow-cedar with a range of studies on deterioration pattern, volume recovery, grade of recovery, strength properties, decay resistance, heartwood chemistry and marketing.
Causes of Decline
A history of research on the possible biotic and abiotic causes including: Fungi, Oomycetes, Insects, Nematodes, Viruses, Bears, Temperature, Soil Chemistry, Hydrology, Snow, Exposure & Freezing. We include the leading explanation for the cause of yellow-cedar decline.
