Tag: invasive species
Ohio and Pa. programs target the invasive Callery pear tree
Ohio and Pennsylvania programs aim to stop the spread of the invasive Callery pear tree, which has taken over the two states and threatens native species.
Asian Longhorned Beetle quarantine area reduced in Ohio
A large portion of the Asian Longhorned Beetle quarantine area in Clermont County is being removed.
Ohio Department of Ag expands box tree moth quarantine zone
The Ohio Department of Agriculture expanded the box tree moth quarantine zone to Miami, Montgomery, Greene, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren counties.
Columbiana County on quarantine list for spotted lanternfly
Columbiana County is among 12 counties in Ohio currently under quarantine as the spotted lanternfly spreads rapidly across the state.
ODA to begin spongy moth treatments
The Ohio Department of Agriculture will begin aerial treatments to control populations of the invasive species the spongy moth, formerly called Gypsy Moth.
West Virginia Department of Agriculture proposes spraying for gypsy moths
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is proposing aerial treatment of approximately 26,562 acres to reduce gypsy moth populations.
OSU Extension plans women in ag webinar for Feb. 2
The next Women in Ag Wednesday Webinar will focus on identifying and controlling invasive species in the fence row and woodland edge on Feb. 7.
How invasive species affect wildlife
Invasive species have many negative impacts on native ecosystems. Find out what you can do to control them in your woodlot.
Invasive box tree moth found in Dayton
The Ohio Department of Agriculture confirmed a box tree moth sighting in Montgomery County on Sept. 26.
Ohioans can help find Asian longhorned beetles
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is urging Ohioans to check their trees for Asian longhorned beetles or signs of the insects this August.
