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Butternut / Elm Enhancement / Restoration

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$5,050
Project of
Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program, Phase 4
Fund Source
Outdoor Heritage Fund
Recipient
Kanabec SWCD
Status
In Progress
Start Date
June 2014
End Date
June 2016
Counties Affected
Kanabec
Kanabec
Project Overview
Historically, butternut and elm were an important componant of the forested landscape in Kanabec County. Various pathogens have dramatically reduced their presence. Any remaining trees have been severely stressed. The DNR and the USFS have been working towards resistant or tolerant stock. Butternut and elm seedlings are available that show some level of immunity. The proposed planting project will establish seedlings to enhance and restore forest and wildlife habitat in Kanabec County. The planting sites will be on State - WMA land and SWCD administered land within Kanabec County. Successful trees will be used as a future seed source for forest enhancement and restoration in the east central landscape area of Minnesota.
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$5,050
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