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Caring for Iowa's Forests and Prairies
The motto of the Iowa DNR's Bureau of Forestry is, "Serve the people by caring for their forest resources". To that end, the Bureau of Forestry offers a variety of programs and services that assist public and private landowners, both rural and urban to manage and protect their forests trees and related resources.
- Paul Tauke, State Forester


Facts About New Trapping Procedure for Emerald Ash Borer in Iowa
Posted: April 29, 2008
To help in the detection of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in the state of Iowa, the collaborative partners of the Iowa Department of Agriculture, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Iowa State University Extension, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Protection and Quarantine, have rolled out a new survey initiative to look for the exotic, ash tree-killing insect.
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Answers to common questions concerning Emerald Ash Borer
Posted: January 30, 2008
DES MOINES - Emerald Ash Borer has not been found in Iowa, despite efforts to detect this insect in high risk locations across the state.
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Shade Tree Information Available on New Website
Posted: December 18, 2007
DES MOINES - How do I take care of my tree damaged by the recent ice storm? How do I hire an arborist? What type of tree should I plant next spring to replace the one lost in a storm?
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