Title: Explain how tree diseases are transmitted.
Course: Community Forestry and Tree Management (18502-III) > Section: Exploring Pests and Diseases

Explanation should include

- wind
- water
- animal vectors
- poor sanitation
- propagation
- root grafting.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What factors help determine whether a tree will be infected with a disease?
- What are some ways that pathogens can be transmitted?
- How can the transmission of pathogens be reduced?
- What are some ways to reduce the risk of animal vectors?
- Which vectors are difficult to control under most urban forestry conditions?
- What sanitation concerns surround a forested area that could affect disease transmission?