Integrated protection against trunk pests. Conducted using aerosol technologies with biological preparations and predatory insects Thanasimus formicarius.
Mineral fertilization is carried out to increase the resistance of green spaces to climate changes, pests, diseases, and to maintain them under high anthropogenic load.
Forest pathology surveys are conducted for general monitoring of the sanitary condition of forests and green spaces. They help detect pathological processes in the forest at an early stage.
To control the spread of pests and forest diseases, it is necessary to accurately determine which harmful organism we are dealing with. Laboratory analysis quickly and efficiently provides such information.
On the territory of DSLP Kharkivlisozahyst, there is a recreational area (a place for relaxation) created by the employees of the forest protection enterprise. Additionally, more than 30 different species of ornamental plants grow on the territory of DSLP Kharkivlisozahyst.
"Forest Protection in Ukraine | Kharkivlisozakhyst"
Forest Protection Seminar: Discussing the Development and Spread of Dangerous Pests and Diseases
On May 16, 2025, an important professional event took place online - a training seminar for specialists of SE "Forests of Ukraine". The topic of the event: "Development and spread of the most dangerous forest pests and diseases".
The seminar was initiated with the aim of improving the qualifications of state forest protection representatives and exchanging practical experience on preventing ecological and economic losses caused by forest pests.
The moderator was Serhiy Korzun, lead engineer of the Forest Protection Department. He noted that modern environmental challenges require not only theoretical awareness but also coordination between all forest protection entities.
Next, Tetiana Kucherevnenko, chief specialist of the Forest Protection Department of the State Forest Agency, delivered a substantive report. She spoke about outbreaks of primary forest pests and ground methods for regulating their populations. The topic was continued by Valentina Meshkova, professor at UkrNDILGA, who analyzed in detail the biological characteristics of needle-eating pests and the stages of their development when control measures are most effective.
Maria Skrypkina, acting director of SSE "Khersonlisozakhyst", focused on the development of pine moth, its detection and control methods.
Vira Venher, head of the laboratory at SSE "Lvivlisozakhyst", revealed the topic of pests in the Carpathian region, which have their own specifics compared to other forest zones of Ukraine.
After the break, Professor Volodymyr Kramarets from the National Forestry University delivered a report addressing the important problem of invasive pests and diseases that threaten Ukraine's ecosystems.
Iryna Ridkokasha, forest pathologist engineer from SSE "Kharkivlisozakhyst", shared the results of implementing modern technologies in pest monitoring.
The substantive part of the seminar was concluded by Valentyn Holyk, chief forest pathologist at SSE "Kyivlisozakhyst", who spoke about the legal and regulatory aspects of prescribing forest protection measures and the importance of interagency cooperation between forestry and forest protection enterprises.
In conclusion, the participants confirmed the importance of such training as a tool for raising awareness and coordinating actions in the fight against forest pests and diseases.
