Arboriculture

On December 30, 2025, wind gusts in the general Marblehead, Ohio, region were significantly strong, with reports near Lake Erie reaching up to 72 mph at a weather station in Fairport Harbor and up to 60 mph in other parts of northern Ohio. So, what did our trees have to say about the wind? Were we listening?

On a recent walk in the cemetery near our office, I came upon a downed tree. Remarkably, I took a picture of the same tree 4 days ago and it looked fine. But unknown to me at the time, rot was lurking in a poor crotch angle.

Technological Improvements in Tree Trimming equipment are amazing. When you think you have seen the newest and greatest, something better comes along. But with improvements in technology comes safety but at a cost, literally!

With the days getting cooler, people begin to think about cutting wood for the winter. Fall is a wonderful time but a dangerous time for chain saws. One local company seemed to be doing things right when it came to safety.

One of the best ways to learn about insect and disease problems that effect plants is a hands-on approach. OGIA Hosted one of 5 remaining Walkabouts for Industry Professionals.

The Tri-State Green Industry Conference (GIC) has been offered annually for over 85 years. From its humble beginnings in a greenhouse head house, the GIC has grown to become a premier regional training event with 7 educational tracks.