Alberta's mountain pine beetle control program has proven successful in slowing the spread of the destructive pest in the province's forests. The mountain pine beetle, known as the most harmful pine insect pest in Alberta, has witnessed a remarkable 98% decline in population since its peak in 2019, thanks to the combined efforts of cold winters and Alberta's robust control program.The mountain pine beetle poses a significant threat to Alberta's forested lands, and the province has been actively managing the situation for more than 15 years. The primary goals are to mitigate wildfire risks, minimize negative impacts on the forest industry, protect watersheds and safeguard endangered species. The success achieved thus far underscores the importance of continued investment in the mountain pine beetle control program."The mountain pine beetle is a significant threat to our province’s forested lands and we are working hard to protect the health of our forests and the livelihoods of thousands of Albertans. I am proud of the progress we have made in controlling the spread of mountain pine beetles throughout Alberta," said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks.The management measures employed by Alberta include population monitoring, risk assessments, the removal and burning of infested trees, and the harvesting of highly vulnerable pine. The mountain pine beetle carries a blue-stain fungi that damages the conductive tissue of affected trees when the beetle burrows in to feed and take cover.Alberta boasts 5.5 million hectares of pine susceptible to mountain pine beetle infestation, with an estimated value exceeding $11 billion..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
Alberta's mountain pine beetle control program has proven successful in slowing the spread of the destructive pest in the province's forests. The mountain pine beetle, known as the most harmful pine insect pest in Alberta, has witnessed a remarkable 98% decline in population since its peak in 2019, thanks to the combined efforts of cold winters and Alberta's robust control program.The mountain pine beetle poses a significant threat to Alberta's forested lands, and the province has been actively managing the situation for more than 15 years. The primary goals are to mitigate wildfire risks, minimize negative impacts on the forest industry, protect watersheds and safeguard endangered species. The success achieved thus far underscores the importance of continued investment in the mountain pine beetle control program."The mountain pine beetle is a significant threat to our province’s forested lands and we are working hard to protect the health of our forests and the livelihoods of thousands of Albertans. I am proud of the progress we have made in controlling the spread of mountain pine beetles throughout Alberta," said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks.The management measures employed by Alberta include population monitoring, risk assessments, the removal and burning of infested trees, and the harvesting of highly vulnerable pine. The mountain pine beetle carries a blue-stain fungi that damages the conductive tissue of affected trees when the beetle burrows in to feed and take cover.Alberta boasts 5.5 million hectares of pine susceptible to mountain pine beetle infestation, with an estimated value exceeding $11 billion..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.