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This is Volume 1, Issue 10 (07/13/2009) of the ALB Newsletter, your link to the latest information about the Asian longhorned beetle, brought to you by the Massachusetts Introduced Pests Outreach Project (MIPOP).
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Recent News
- Vermont is banning out-of-state firewood to prevent the unintentional transport of the Asian longhorned beetle and emerald ash borer. Visitors to state parks can exchange their out-of-state wood for local wood (Vermont Public Radio)
- The Worcester Telegram & Gazette has published an editorial statement about the long and difficult battle against the Asian longhorned beetle, asking residents to remain vigilant and patient.
- Forestry officials in Maine and New Hampshire are asking out-of-state campers, as well as residents who have purchased unfinished furniture or bagged mulch, to be on the alert for the Asian longhorned beetle and emerald ash borer (seacoastonline.com)
- The UK's Independent has a report about the damage to U.S. forests caused by ALB, the emerald ash borer and the mountain pine beetle.
- The Valley Breeze discusses the potential for an ALB outbreak in Rhode Island, due to its close proximity to Worcester.
- Confusion in Worcester over when and where new trees will be planted to replace the large ALB-infested maples that have been removed. Video at NECN.com.
- Tree industry professionals in Maine recently received ALB training to help prevent the pest from entering the state (WABI TV 5).
- Out-of-state firewood is now banned in New Hampshire state parks and the White Mountain National Forest, unless it is kiln-dried and in its original packaging (NHPR)
- The Massachusetts ALB Eradication Program has hired additional staff to increase its survey efforts and assist with tree removals and plantings (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)
- A City Council subcommittee in Worcester has approved the cutting of ALB-infested trees through the end of June, due to the discovery of 347 additional trees with ALB (Worcester Telegram & Gazette).
Other News
- Eyed click beetles are out, and can be confused with ALB. Learn the difference here. Also, a reminder of how to distinguish whitespotted sawyer beetles from ALB.
- A professionally-printed ALB information sheet is now available to include in town mailings or as a bill insert. To obtain ALB outreach materials email: jennifer.forman-orth AT state.ma.us.
Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities:
- Don't miss the opportunity to join upcoming ALB "Train-the-Trainer" sessions in Boston and Springfield. We will provide you with the tools and skills you need to teach others how to recognize ALB and to survey trees for ALB damage.
Boston sessions:
Springfield sessions:
Refreshments will be provided. Sign up via links above, or email jennifer.forman-orth AT state.ma.us, or call 617-626-1735.
- Giving a talk or manning a booth about Asian longhorned beetle? We can help you get ID cards, pest alerts, etc. Email jennifer.forman-orth AT state.ma.us or call 617-626-1735 for details. Inquiries for events outside of Massachusetts will get forwarded to the appropriate state.
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General Information
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This is the ALB Newsletter from the Massachusetts Introduced Pests Outreach Project (MIPOP). Visit our website for more information (http://www.massnrc.org/pests), or to sign up to receive this newsletter by email (http://massnrc.org/pests/signup.aspx).
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