Talking Trees

Welcome to Talking Trees, your dedicated podcast for all things arboriculture! This week, we embarked on a journey through diverse topics, from foundational standards to conservation arboriculture. He...

8 Des 202411min

This podcast explores the work of Neville Fay, a consultant at Treework Environmental Practice, focusing on veteran tree care and the history of the Ancient Tree Forum (ATF). Drawing from an interview...

7 Des 202411min

The European Arboricultural Council (EAC) celebrates 30 years of advancing professional tree care in Europe. Among its key achievements is the creation of a certification system for European Tree Work...

6 Des 20248min

In this episode, we explore the critical field of tree risk assessment, discussing various methods used to evaluate the potential risks associated with trees. The articles we cover focus on several as...

5 Des 202411min

In this episode, we discuss the impact of salt on trees and shrubs, a pressing issue for plants growing near roads where salt is used for de-icing. Our first source explores how salt exposure affects ...

4 Des 202411min

In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of safety and techniques in arboriculture, with a focus on rigging and lowering tree sections using ropes and pulley systems. This discussion is based...

3 Des 202422min

In this episode, we dive into reaction wood—a unique type of wood formed in response to mechanical stress, such as tree leaning or exposure to wind. We'll explore insights from three key sources on th...

2 Des 20248min

In today’s episode, we explore the European Arboricultural Standards (EAS), a set of guidelines being developed within the EU to standardize tree care practices across Europe. Two key projects, TeST a...

1 Des 20247min