Winnipeg Removes Trees to Combat Dutch Elm Disease

Various tree management projects are underway across different regions to combat tree diseases and promote environmental health. In Leicestershire, the County Council is removing ash dieback-affected trees along the A511 while implementing sustainable practices such as repurposing the timber and planning a replanting initiative with native species. In Winnipeg, urban forestry crews will remove Dutch elm disease-stricken trees from the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry campus to prevent the spread of this harmful fungus. Arborists in California are busy clearing dead trees and debris following recent storms to ensure public safety as winter approaches. Meanwhile, the Elk River Alliance in Canada has concluded its restoration season, successfully collecting and planting thousands of cottonwood live-stakes to restore streamside vegetation, crucial for preventing erosion and supporting aquatic ecosystems. These collective efforts reflect a commitment to sustainable forestry and environmental restoration across various communities.