Abstract
Introduced forest pests add complexity to forest ecosystem management and can result in great economic losses.
Introduction, establishment, and spread of exotic forest pests have been increasing at an alarming rate during the past 200
years. Because these pests have not coevolved with their hosts, they have great potential to cause widespread dieback and
mortality. Silviculture is an important part of an integrated pest management program and can be a valuable tool in the
prevention, mitigation, and restoration of forest ecosystems threatened by introduced pests.