Monday April 6
12:00 - 1:00pm
Free, virtual

Emerald ash borer is an "invasive" beetle that infests ash trees, killing them rapidly. What makes it so effective at this task? Like other non-native species, emerald ash borer did not evolve alongside ash found in the Northern US. But it has a story of its own, and understanding it can better help ash basketmakers, foresters, farmers, and all those who care about these trees to better protect them. This talk will include what we know about emerald ash borer's past before it arrived in America in 2002, what is happening across New England as it interacts with our ash trees, and highlights from research being done to ease its impact. Zoe Albion is a master's student in the APCAW Lab (Ash Protection Collaboration Across Waponahkik). Her research investigates the relationship emerald ash borer has with temperature and the potential of integrated pest management in Brown Ash ecosystems. The APCAW Lab is a group of Indigenous and non-indigenous researchers, Tribal members, and forest caretakers working together to bring more awareness of the cultural and ecological significance of Brown ash, and conducting research to better understand, protect, and convey cultural access to it.
Organized by: NRCD-Otter Creek

Learn more or register: Email  rory.malone@vacd.org