Articles tagged Emerald Ash Borer
- Emerald Ash Borer Background Information
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Host TreesAll 16 native ash species are probably susceptible to EAB attack. In northeastern Illinois, common susceptible ash species include green (Fraxinus pennsylvanica), white (F. americana), blue (F. quadrangulata), and black (F. nigra).... - Emerald Ash Borer — Additional News
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Insecticidal ControlHomeowners and others have asked whether insecticides are useful in combating EAB. Experts have compiled a fact sheet to answer your questions. [PDF] Replacement Tree ListsMany property owners ask what kinds of replacement... - Latest EAB Information for Municipal Foresters
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The Morton Arboretum suggests these steps for municipal foresters: Conduct a public education campaign by helping homeowners understand what an ash tree and EAB look like. To help you educate village managers and other officials about the scope... - EAB Educational Materials & Hubs
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Pamphlets and other educational materials are available for municipal foresters or others who must educate the public about EAB. Below is a list of products, some in limited quantities, and a list of hubs. Note (very important): contact the "hub"... - Emerald Ash Borer Identification
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Adults are bright metallic green beetles that are approximately 1/3 inch long and 1/16 inch wide. They have flat backs and rounded abdomens. They are present from mid-May through late July. Larvae reach a length of approximately 1 inch and are... - Symptoms of Emerald Ash Borer Infestation
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Usually EAB infestations go undetected until the trees begin to show symptoms of infestation. It may take at least one year before symptoms first appear. The symptoms below indicate the possible presence of emerald ash borer: Jagged holes... - EAB Advice to Homeowners
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The Morton Arboretum suggests these steps: Do not move firewood. Campers or vacationers who head to their summer homes should acquire firewood from the local area. Familiarize yourself with ash trees. Familiarize yourself with the... - Emerald Ash Borer Now in Ten States
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Officials are bracing for new infestations this year of the Emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive pest that has left tens of millions of ash trees dead in the United States. Ten states now reporting infestations are: Illinois, Wisconsin,... - August 28, 2009 Plant Health Care Report
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This issue contains details on:emerald ash borer, yellow-necked caterpillar, milkweed tussock moth, soldier beetle, Phomopsis on Douglas fir, butternut canker, Pestalotiopsis blight, bullseye leaf spot, smooth patch, stinkhorns,common ragweed,An...