How do I prevent bark beetles in the future?

The best way to prevent bark beetles is by following best forest health practices. In order to do this, you need to plan for extreme weather years. Ensure that trees are widely spaced, and that the number of trees growing on your land is appropriate for the acreage in order to reduce competition for limited water, light and soil nutrients. There are some professional chemical treatments that may help trees fight off bark beetles, but they have not always been proven to work.