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Volume 34, Number 5, June 2014
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Industry Insights
6 Applied Research and the Bottom Line
Case studies from the Urban Horticulture Institute
Tree Pest Management
10 The Challenge of Invasive Tree Pests
Can we be better prepared for the next outbreak?
Special Feature
16 Embarking on an Incredible Journey
Tree project connects to history and contributes to place
Training & Education
22 Midline Attachment Methods
When you need a spot for that midline knot
Plant Health Care
26 Storm Damage and Trees
Health and Wellness
28 It's Cool to Cool Down
Equipment Focus
30 Watch Wear Parts for Chipper Upgrade Needs
31 Chippers
FEATURES & PRODUCTS
DEPARTMENTS
5 From the Editor
32 Marketplace
32 Classifi eds
33 Ad Index
34 Tree of the Month
ON
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Photo provided by Rainbow Treecare
Scientifi c Advancements
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