Emerald Ash Borer and Other Tree Health Concerns DACF Update for Cities and Towns

Bureau / Program: Maine Forest Service
Date: May 5, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Event Type: Workshop/Training

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry will provide updates for city and town tree and forest managers and public works staff on the known status of emerald ash borer in Maine. We will cover the perspectives of several parties with the recent detection of emerald ash borer on Mount Desert Island and review what your community can do. We hope to see you there!

Agenda

  • Brief Introduction - Jan Santerre, Maine Forest Service
  • Acadia National Park's Preparations and Response to Emerald Ash Borer - Jesse Wheeler, Acadia National Park
  • Emerald Ash Borer from the Bangor Perspective - Sophia Cameron, University of Maine and Ben Arruda, City of Bangor
  • Emerald Ash Borer State Updates - Mike Parisio and Jan Santerre, Maine Forest Service
  • Wrap Up - Jan Santerre

Continuing Education Credits

  • Licensed pesticide applicator - pending
  • Maine Licensed Professional Forester - pending

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