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ISSUE 17, FALL 2026
ArborTIMES™ is a fully digital publication for the tree care industry. It is produced by Edge Ahead Associates, creator of ArborEXPO™, the industry’s first indoor/outdoor tradeshow and conference for arborists and green industry professionals. We’re connecting with experts, business owners, master trainers, and more to identify top stories and educational opportunities to deliver right to your inbox on a quarterly basis.
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EVERY TREE COUNTS By TJ Yurko
This article examines the growing importance of asset management systems in modern urban forestry and how consistent data practices form the foundation of an effective, long-term urban forest stewardship program.
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LIVING WITH LYME By Mara Watts
CHOOSING BETWEEN FUEL TYPES By Jenny Cohen Explore the ideal jobsite conditions for electric and gas-powered chain- saws and other hand-held equipment as well as the financial and ecological considerations for both fuel types.
We’re putting the spotlight on a tree care worker that has lived through the expe- rience of contracting Lyme and how it has affected her on the job and in everyday life. Check out arborist Felixia Banck's story on living with a tick-borne disease.
EDITOR’S NOTE 3 As the industry and the trees it cares for continue to grow, so does ArborTIMES™. We're expanding with more annual issues, new projects, and the launch of our own podcast.
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
Check out the latest products and services offered by the best brands in the tree care industry.
Edge Ahead Associates.............................. 33 EZ-Ject..................................................... 13 Gene Bridges Memorial Scholarship Fund.......67 Hummerbee............................................. 28 Northern Atlantic Financial...........................71 Quest Products..........................................75 Rainbow Ecoscience.................................. 23 Sennebogen............................................. 45 Tracked Lifts............................................... 2
Arbornote. ............................................... 55 ArborSystems............................................ 18 ArborTIMES™............................................ 35 Ballard Truck Center................................... 64 Bandit. ..................................................... 31 BIK Boom Trucks....................................... 49 CMC North America....................................15 Custom Truck One Source........................... 66 Doggett.................................................... 14
Advertiser Index
Almstead.................................................. 21 Altec........................................................37 Arbor AWARDS™....................................... 59 ArborEXPO™............................................... 7 ArborSPORTS™..........................................76
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