ALB December 2021 Update
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December 2, 2021
The following information summarizes activities in each of the four states with active Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) eradication programs: South Carolina, Ohio, Massachusetts, and New York.
New Factsheet
The factsheet titled, Removing Host Trees To Eradicate Asian Longhorned Beetle, serves as a quick reference for property owners and residents who have questions about the program’s tree removal work.
Climbing High: Checking for the ALB
Ohio Department of Agriculture just issued a new video featuring tree climbing experts in search for ALB. Take a look at the job from their perspective, way up high, and how to spot the beetle!
APHIS is Now On Facebook
Take a look at APHIS’ Facebook page, which recently launched to compliment the agency’s social media presence on Twitter and LinkedIn, offering new ways to share information and engage with stakeholders. |
Ohio (first detection June 2011)
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| Regulated Area: 56.5 sq. miles*
Clermont County (Tate and Williamsburg Townships)
* Monroe Township declared eradication in September 2018, reducing the regulated area by .5 sq. miles. Stonelick and Batavia Townships declared eradication in March 2018, reducing the regulated area by 5 sq. miles.
Infested Trees: 21,517
21,517 – Tate Township
48 – Monroe Township
3 – Stonelick/Batavia Township
34 – East Fork Recreational Area |
| Removals: 113,417
21,292 Infested
21,207 – Tate Township
48 – Monroe Township
3 – Stonelick/Batavia Township
34 – East Fork Recreation Area
92,135 High-risk Hosts
74,622 – Tate Township
1,138 – Monroe Township
0 – Stonelick/Batavia Township
16,375 – East Fork Recreation Area |
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Surveys: 3,873,167
Ground and aerial survey crews continue to conduct delimiting surveys, inspecting all host trees throughout the regulated areas in Clermont County. Staff continues to monitor regulated areas, respond to service calls and conduct training sessions for compliance agreements. To report suspicious activity, please call 513-381-7180. Infested trees are removed throughout the year, as they are detected. The wood disposal yard located at 2896 State Route 232 in Bethel is open for business: Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Wood chips are available for residents from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on the first Sat. of every month. More information. |
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Tate Township, Ohio
