Saturday October 2nd, 2010

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Emerald Ash Borer

As reported in the Daily Herald, on Wednesday June 9, 2010 The Lake County Forest Preserve District confirmed the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer in Valley Lakes and in neighboring Prairie Point and Silver Leaf Glen subdivisions located north and west of Valley Lakes on Wilson Road.

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) beetles are ½” long metallic green beetles which lay eggs in the bark of Ash trees. After hatching, the larvae bore into the trunk of the tree, and disrupt the ability of the tree to convey nutrients which ultimately results in the death of the tree. EAB infestations have already resulted in the death of over 20 million Ash trees in the United States since being first identified in Michigan in 2002.

The Adult Emerald Ash Borer

While eradication of the pest is not believed to be possible, preliminary research indicates that preventative insecticidal treatments may reduce the probability for future infestations. Currently the Illinois Department of Agriculture has approved the use of Tree-Age^TM insecticidal injections, which must be applied by a licensed arborist. There is also research available which indicates that Bayer Advanced^TM Tree and Shrub Insect Control root drench systemic treatment (which can be applied by a homeowner), may be an effective means of treating a non-infested tree.

What your homeowners association is doing

• Located, tagged and evaluated all ash trees on HOA property and adjacent parkways

• Ongoing monitoring of ash trees for signs of infestation by our professional arborist

• Pre-emptive treatments applied by licensed applicators where recommended

• Reserving money in the event of an infestation to cover the cost of replacements

What you can do

• Visit www.emeraldashborer.info and familiarize yourself with the proper identification of ash trees and the EAB.

• Monitor the health of local ash trees for dying branches at the top of the tree (dieback).

• Purchase firewood locally from a known source.

• Be sure to use your firewood in the cold months so no emerald ash borers survive until spring.

What to do if you find symptoms of EAB?

If you have concerns about trees on HOA property, please contact our office first. Otherwise:

• Call the national EAB hotline at 866-EAB-4512

• Contact Illinois Department of Agriculture Pesticide Hotline at 800-641-3934

• Contact the University of Illinois Extension Service Lake County office in Grayslake at 847-223-8627

• Contact a certified arborist

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