The brown spruce longhorn beetle has been sighted in New Brunswick. Is a spruce budworm outbreak imminent? Fundy Model Forest is hosting a one-day workshop Wednesday, Feb. 15 that will provide updates on the brown spruce longhorn beetle, spruce budworm, balsam woolly adelgid and other pests as well as the latest research in modeling and treatment options. The day will conclude with a discussion of management implications.

Dec. 21, 2011--Those interested in seeking funding from the Fundy Model Forest for projects in the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2012 are asked to Expressions of Interest by February 17, 2012. Proponents are asked to briefly describe the project, their partners and the potential budget. Forms are available on the Fundy Model Forest website or by emailing nairn@fundymodelforest.net . Expression of Interest 2012-13 form

Nov. 2, 2011--Woodlot representatives in the Maritimes have agreed there were solid reasons to create a regional certification program for private woodlands. At the end of a two-day exploratory workshop in early November, representatives agreed to form a steering committee.