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Maine Bug Watch (invasive pest news)Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis
The emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis, is one of the most serious invasive species threatening our ash resources and forests. All species of ash trees that grow in Maine are susceptible to injury and death by the emerald ash borer. EAB was recently found in Madawaska (Aroostook County), ME.
What's New with Emerald Ash Borer
- July 12, 2018 - Emergency Order to Stop Movement of Ash Imminent - State Still Requesting Feedback
- June 26, 2018 - White Fringe Tree, Chionanthus virginicus and Emerald Ash Borer (PDF 245KB)
- June 19, 2018 - Valley Residents Express Concerns Over Emerald Ash Borer Invasion
- June 12, 2018 - Emerald Ash Borer Public Meeting Announced
- May 29, 2018 - Emerald Ash Borer Discovered in Maine
- May 17, 2018 - Emerald ash borer confirmed in Edmundston (New Brunswick)
- May 7, 2018 - Vermont Announces Quarantine of Invasive Emerald Ash Borer
- February 27, 2018 - Emerald ash borer found in Vermont
- September 21, 2017 - NH expands quarantine due to find in Strafford County
- September 14, 2017 - Ash Trees Listed as Critically Endangered
EAB Identification
Ash Trees Can you identify an ash tree?
Report a Suspect Either the beetle or signs of infestation
Maps, Regulations & Quarantine Information
Northeast Map Current map and regulatory information for Northeast U.S.
U.S. Quarantine/Maps Current map and regulatory information for the U.S.
Firewood Ban Maine's Emergency Order banning out-of-state firewood
Memo to Tree Sellers From Maine's State Horticulturist
FAQs About Stop Movement Order (PDF 305KB) Maine's Emergency Order to stop movement of ash from the emerald ash borer-infested area
Stakeholder Feedback Request 7/11/18 Letter to stakeholders requesting feedback on Emergency Order Feedback.
Caring for Ash Trees & Managing Forests
Surveillance, Outreach, Involvement
Biosurveillance Monitoring for EAB with the Cerceris wasp
Purple Trap Survey USDA's detection trap
Trap Tree Network Girdling an ash for EAB detection
Tree-Tagging Helping the public appreciate the value of trees
Volunteer Resources Free items to help spread the word
FAQs
General Basic frequently asked questions about EAB
Stop Movement Order (PDF 305KB) FAQs about Maine's Emergency Order to stop movement of ash from the emerald ash borer-infested area
