fRI Research implemented a Mountain Pine Beetle Ecology Program in 2007 to carry out research on the beetles biology, its effect on the landscape, and the effectiveness of various management strategies.
Mountain Pine Beetle Ecology Program
The program carries out focused research on infestations of mountain pine beetle in Alberta.
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Impacts of mountain pine beetle on hydrology and vegetative redevelopment in lodgepole pine forests of west-central Alberta: Phase II - Ecological responses in the grey attack stage
This project will examine hydrological and vegetation responses in the grey attack stage.
Beyond Beetle: Natural and facilitated lodgepole pine regeneration after mountain pine beetle outbreaks in Alberta
What will happen to stands after mountain pine beetle infestations?MPBEP: Request for Expressions of Interest
Mountain pine beetle is Alberta’s most serious threat facing its pine forests calling attention to the stability of the forest industry, well being of forest based communities, provisioning of ecological services and public safety. Evidence clearly indicates the beetle is expanding its range eastward and northward. As novel habitats are encountered science needs to remain current by adjusting emphasis in anticipation changing dynamics. Scientists are convinced that surprises will be encountered necessitating the science agenda to be forward looking to meet new and unexpected challenges.
Mountain Pine Beetle Open House: October 12, 2016
The open house will run from 2–8 PM on October 12, 2016 at the Hinton Community Center.Jasper National Park trying to manage MPB infestation
Increasing loss of trees in Jasper National Park to MPB leads to more work on controlling the infestation
Predicting the risk of mountain pine beetle spread to eastern pine forests: Considering uncertainty in uncertain times
Peer reviewed publication from the Mountain Pine Beetle Ecology Program
Monitoring Tree Infection and Mortality after Mountain Pine Beetle Attack | FGrOW QuickNote #2
Briefing note on the Forest Growth Organization of Western Canada (FGrOW) research project.
Presentations from the MPB Breaking News Workshop, October 26, 2016
PDF downloads of the presentations, and a video archive of the event.
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Event Program: 2016 MPB and Stand Rehabilitation Research Forum and Field Tour
May. 20, 2016
- Meeting material
