The process of diagnosis combines several physical and life sciences with keen field observations and deductive skills. Diagnostics is rich in mystery, quite frequently doused with humility, and even entails some human psychology. This session will help you hone diagnostic skills and develop awareness of this art that you continually practice in the care of trees and landscapes.

About Dr. Borden
Plant Pathologist, Bartlett Tree Experts

Matt is a plant pathologist working out of the Bartlett Tree Research Lab in Charlotte, NC. He completed a Doctorate of Plant Medicine and Masters of Entomology & Nematology at the University of Florida, gaining deep appreciation for landscape health and pest management strategies. Matt now studies tree and shrub diseases and disorders, with a varied background in orchard and botanical garden IPM beekeeping, and plant health column writing.