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As the pine beetle likes fresh cut timber, when should logging be suspended to avoid infecting an area?

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As the pine beetle likes fresh cut timber, when should logging be suspended to avoid infecting an area?

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It is recommended that cutting be suspended immediately prior to and during the expected flight of the pine beetle if you are within a mile of an infected area. It is also suggested cutting be stopped 1-2 months prior to allow fresh cuts time to dry so not to attract the pine beetle.