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Arborist Podcast · August 31 · 1 hr 4 min

Tree Diagnostics, Pathology & PHC ISA BCMA Study Guide: (Ep 2)

Tackle complex diagnostic scenarios for the ISA BCMA examination. Learn how to systematically identify abiotic disorders, biotic pests, and fungal pathogens to build effective Plant Health Care (PHC) programs. Topics Covered in This Episode: Step-by-step arborist diagnostic methodology Differentiating abiotic stressors (nutrient deficiencies, chemical injury, root girdling) Biotic pest complexes and wood-decay fungi identification Integrated Pest Management (IPM) thresholds and PHC strategies Prescription soil treatments, root zone aeration, and systemic injections

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Tackle complex diagnostic scenarios for the ISA BCMA examination. Learn how to systematically identify abiotic disorders, biotic pests, and fungal pathogens to build effective Plant Health Care (PHC) programs.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

  • Step-by-step arborist diagnostic methodology

  • Differentiating abiotic stressors (nutrient deficiencies, chemical injury, root girdling)

  • Biotic pest complexes and wood-decay fungi identification

  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM) thresholds and PHC strategies

  • Prescription soil treatments, root zone aeration, and systemic injections

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