EAB
Emerald Ash Borer Beetle
You will see some changes in the coming weeks in our park forests as we partner with the North Dakota Forest Service to begin taking steps to address the Emerald Ash Borer Beetle (EAB).
EAB was discovered in Moorhead, MN less than 15 miles from our area which tells us now is the time to act. Green Ash Trees are the predominant species of trees that are established in the more northern parts of West Fargo lining our boulevards, parks, and river corridor. In order to best manage this threat, we will be removing strategic trees to get ahead of the problem. All trees that are removed, will be replaced with diverse species to complement our urban forests to set our trees up to succeed as we move forward. The Tintes Park area and South Elmwood Ball complex will see some removal/replacements as well as adding a new tree plan for the Cloverleaf Park area. Our Forestry department has also chosen Ash trees that we will be injecting to help them resist the effects of EAB infestation as we all love our iconic trees in our neighborhood parks.
If you have Green or Black Ash trees on your property, it is a good time to start making decisions on how to get ahead of EAB. There are options to treat your trees or remove them and replace them with a large selection of viable options. Reach out to your local tree professionals to get more information or advice for your situations. Please remember not to transport firewood across state lines to slow the travel of EAB as larvae can live under the bark for two years. There are many resources available through the North Dakota Forest Service, and City Forestry program, and feel free to email the West Fargo Park District Forestry department if you have any questions about EAB.
