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North Central
Research Station
1561 Lindig Ave
St. Paul, MN 55108

651-649-5111 telephone
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Invasive Species - Detection & Monitoring

Diseases		Prediction & Prevention		Detection & Monitoring		Management & Restoration
Sudden Oak Death				Phytophthora species

[photo:] Oozing cankers on the stem of an oak with Sudden Oak Death. Photo by Joe O'Brien

Oozing cankers on the stem of an oak with Sudden Oak Death.
Photo by J. O'Brien

The issue

Once an invasive species has been introduced, early detection of infestations allows for the most effective management of that species. Such detection requires regular monitoring. The species, the geographic location, and the ecosystems targeted for the most intense monitoring and detection efforts are those identified by impact and risk assessments.

What are we doing about it?

bulleted item We are conducting detection surveys for the pathogen that causes Sudden Oak Death (SOD) and other Phytophthora species.

bulleted item We are identifying species of the pathogens that cause Armillaria root disease, already present in our region, to help detect any new species.

USDA Forest Service - North Central Research Station
Last Modified: January 03, 2005