Forest Thinning for Wildlife: Balancing Timber & Long Term Habitat Goals

Marcus Lashley on Deer Density Dependence and Directed Seed Dispersal

We're joined by Dr. Marcus Lashley today for a discussion on density dependence in deer populations, and more interestingly, when populations break from this typical relationship. We also spend time discussing challenges of habitat management in the lower coastal plain and how seeds get moved into freshly thinned, burned, or disturbed habitat units. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2564121/fan_mail/new]

The Dunning-Kruger Effect & Deer Management

You may have never considered how psychology might be intrinsically linked to deer management, but it is. On this podcast Bronson and Moriah discuss a psychological phenomenon called the Dunning-Kruger Effect, and specifically how this psychological bias affects all of us. From taxes, car repair, and highway driving to fine-scale deer movement, the guys discuss how they consider this bias in deer management and life. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2564121/fan_mail/new]

Herbicides - Do We Need Them for Habitat Management?

Herbicides are becoming an increasingly contentious subject in the habitat and food plot management world. There are many valid concerns surrounding their use, but do these concerns outweigh their value? Bronson and Moriah are joined by Luke Resop of the MSU Deer Lab to tackle this topic and discuss how they approach the herbicide issue when managing habitat for game species. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2564121/fan_mail/new]

Turkey Management Q&A with Dr. Will Gulsby

Join the guys and Dr. Will Gulsby for a fast paced discussion on various turkey management topics. Key topics include determining ideal management unit sizes, quantifying population responses to habitat work, establishing sustainable harvest rates for your property, and more. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2564121/fan_mail/new]

Forest Thinning for Wildlife: Balancing Timber & Long Term Habitat Goals

In habitat management we talk a lot about the benefit of forest thinning on forage and cover production, but how do you accomplish this while not hindering future timber value? The short answer, is that context is important and there are always tradeoffs to consider. On this episode we're joined by Jonathon Stoll, our professional forester, to discuss the pitfalls of aggressive thinning and what you should consider when deciding between a moderate and aggressive first or second thin in loblolly pine. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2564121/fan_mail/new]