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In the world of tree care, innovation is the key to efficiency and safety. Meet the Ostvig Tree T-Rex, a formidable Palfinger loader crane that is changing the game in the arboriculture industry. This powerful machine is not just a piece of equipment; it’s a game-changer that allows us to tackle towering trees with unprecedented…

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A black willow tree in Marine on St. Croix has been named national champion, bigger than any other known example of the species in the United States. Last year, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources declared the tree the state winner. While it appeared to score higher than the previous national champion (tree size is…

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  Last winter, forester John Goodfellow and a crew of volunteers counted the trees along the streets of Marine on St. Croix. All 925 of them. They froze their fingers recording the species and size in a digital database. The volunteers were assessing the value of the “urban forest” and helping prepare for its future….

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This blog is some helpful information on tree nurseries and points to keep on mind as you review your options when going to tree nursery or plant nursery to purchase some tree seedlings for planting this spring or summer.

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Have you ever wondered where maple syrup comes from? Probably not – the name kind of gives it away. But have you ever wondered what the characteristics are of maple trees that produce syrup? From identifying a handful of maples that produce syrup to how to tap your own tree, we will discuss a variety…

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Even with the multitude of benefits we have read and heard about in the case for including trees in our landscape, there are still skeptics who think this information is biased and from the mouths of “tree huggers.” If you’re one of these non-believers you may be surprised to learn about i-Tree, a software suite…

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For our forestry to truly flourish, the entire community needs to understand the importance of tree care and the benefits of urban forestry. Tree City USA is a program created by the Arbor Day Foundation that aims to create and improve management systems of urban forestry. Roughly 3,400 communities have received the Tree City USA…

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While we at Ostvig Tree Care might seem biased on the benefits of planting trees on your property – whether it’s a private or shared space within your community – you’d be hard-pressed to argue with independent studies that support the fight for foliage. Recent studies in Baltimore and Philadelphia, both published in the journal…

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