Emerald Ash Borer
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The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an Asian beetle that moved into the south-east corner of Michigan some time in the early 1990's. It's larvae feed on the cambium or conductive tissue just under the bark of ash trees. They only feed on ash trees and will usually kill the infested tree within 1 to 5 years. Though the infestation was first discovered in 2002 in the Detroit area, this aggressive beetle is now found throughout the lower peninsula of Michigan and in 13 additional States and in two Canadian provinces. (To see the EAB locations map please click HERE.)
In 2004, voters in Bay County approved the renewal of the Gypsy Moth Millage with the inclusive language of "other invasive, non-native pests, such as the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)". This will allow the Gypsy Moth Suppression program to address the problem of the EAB when it is found in Bay County. The EAB Plan of Action outlines the actions which will be undertaken by the Bay County Gypsy Moth Suppression Program with regard to the EAB.
In 2005, the Emerald Ash Borer was found in southern Bay County.
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Treatment of Emerald Ash Boarer (EAB):
Present treatment technology is available to treat individual trees and homeowners are encouraged to use these treatments to protect their ash trees. However, the high cost of treating individual trees limits the actions of the Bay County Gypsy Moth Suppression Program. The EAB Plan of Action outlines the actions which will be undertaken by the Bay County Gypsy Moth Suppression Program with regard to the EAB.
How can I tell if I should treat my Ash Trees?
For more information to determine if your Ash Tree should be treated for Emerald Ash Boarer, check out the Identification of Stages of EAB Decline & Whether Treatment is Warranted MSU website.
Emerald Ash Borer in Bay County
Emerald ash borer (EAB) have been found in ash trees throughout Bay County. If you have an ash tree that you would like to save, begin treatment as soon as possible. To find out what you can do, check out the Emerald Ash Borer: Homeowners Guide to Insecticide Selection and Use.
Local Landscape Companies and EAB Treatment:
For a list of local landscape companies and their Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) treatments provided, please click HERE.
Other Emeral Ash Borer (EAB) Links:
Emerald Ash Borer Program Guidelines (36.2 kb)