Chad Rigsby

Chad Rigsby is stationed at The Morton Arboretum’s Center for Tree Science as part of a partnership with The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company. In his role at the Arboretum, Chad shares his valuable expertise in tree-insect biochemical, physiological, and ecological interactions; chemical ecology; and arboriculture and urban forestry.

Bartlett Tree Experts

Beech Leaf Disease

Session Track: Overview (All sessions), Arboriculture

Start Date/Time: Wed, 01/24/2024 - 8:00 AM

End Date/Time: Wed, 01/24/2024 - 9:00 AM

The latest research on beech leaf disease will be discussed, with a focus on management.

Tree Biomechanics: Pruning, Cabling, and Bracing

Session Track: Overview (All sessions), Arboriculture

Start Date/Time: Wed, 01/24/2024 - 9:15 AM

End Date/Time: Wed, 01/24/2024 - 10:15 AM

This talk will provide a brief overview of tree biomechanics, and will focus on strategies for mitigating risk through pruning, cabling, and bracing.

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