USDA Urges Ohio Residents to Check Trees for Asian Longhorned Beetle and to Not Move Untreated Firewood
August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
- August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
- Thats why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as Tree Check Month for this invasive pest.
- Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees.
- This invasive pest continues to be found in Ohio, so residents need to be on watch.