Our Forest of mixed trees that we planted 14 years ago has a rapidly spreading disease through out the Oaks, they are shriveling up , what can be done to stop this?
Extension
Message
From:
Jay Hayek
Extension Specialist, Forestry
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences jhayek@illinois.edu
Hi Debra:
Your trees may be experiencing oak tatters, which is the result of herbicide drift from nearby agricultural fields.
I would encourage you to contact your local IDNR district forester for on-site technical assistance regarding the status of your 14-yr old tree planting.