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Emerald Ash Borer in Catskills

The Nursery & Landscape Program at CCE Suffolk is here to help you!  If you are a nursery grower, landscaper, arborist, landscape architect or other professional in the horticulture industry, you can rely on the Nursery & Landscape Program for valuable information and exciting programs!

The Nursery & Landscape Program                                                     

• provides individual consultations for professionals on horticulture topics related to trees, shrubs, and perennials in the nursery or landscape
• develops outreach publications
• coordinates regional conferences and educational programs
• presents on various horticulture topics at local industry meetings and educational events 
• conducts on-site horticulture trials and demonstration projects 

Current Projects

• Alternatives to Ornamental Invasive Plants
• The Long Island Gold Medal Plant Program
• Nutrient Management for Field Nurseries

Emerald ash borer (EAB), is an exotic beetle whose larvae feed on the inner bark of ash trees, disrupting the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients.  Emerald ash borer probably arrived in the United States in cargo ships or airplanes originating in its native Asia, and was found in southwestern New York State in June of 2009.  In July of 2010, it was found for the first time in the Catskill region of NY and is expected to spread to Long Island.  Since its introduction, more than 53 million ash trees have died or are dying from Emerald ash borer attack in the United States.  More than 7.5 billion ash trees remain at risk.  One of the best ways to slow its spread is to not move untreated firewood.  For more information, visit: www.emeraldashborer.info