The long growing periods and droughts of recent years have caused an exceptionally large spread of bark beetles and damage in Estonia. No slowdown in the spread is expected in the coming years. Therefore, special attention must be given to the health of spruce and mixed spruce stands. If bark beetle damage is detected early, before the wood has dried, it can be used for the production of durable...

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