Oregon Looks To Address EAB This Week

Oregon’s Department of Forestry takes another step this week in its fight against the Emerald Ash Borer, better known as EAB.

“It’s coming.  All we can do is employ various tools that we have to slow it down,” noted EAB Specialist Matt Mills.  He said the tiny bug can decimate entire ash forests, which are responsible for providing important shade to Oregon streams in the summer, and prevent flooding in the winter.  This week, ODF offers training to soil and water conservation districts.

"They help landowners plan for these events and make sure they have healthy, natural areas around their streams and creeks," Mills said.  "So they’re just a natural partner to help us with outreach, and to start helping those landowners start planning for EAB.”

So far, known infestations are in Clackamas, Washington, Yamhill and Marion counties.  Click Here to learn how to spot the beetle.  You can also visit that site to report suspected infestations.

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