On February 3, 2021, it was confirmed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that the Emerald Ash Borer is in Algoma. Once this case was confirmed, the department provided the Town with a number of resources for distribution to its residents and property owners. Below, there are several useful documents, as well as links to additional information on how to detect, treat, or remove infected trees.
Infographics and Information
Ash Tree Identification (PDF)
Emerald ash borer: the dangers and costs of infested trees (PDF)
Emerald Ash Borer – Impacts, Biology, and Management (PDF)
Insecticide Options for Protecting Ash Trees from Emerald Ash Borer (PDF)
UW Madison – Is My Ash Tree Worth Treating for Emerald Ash Borer? (PDF)
UW Madison – Homeowner Guide to Emerald Ash Borer Insecticide Treatments (PDF)
UW Madison – Professional Guide to Emerald Ash Borer Insecticide Treatments (PDF)
Websites for More Information
General information on forest health from the Wisconsin DNR:
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/ForestHealth
Information for Homeowners about Emerald Ashe Borers
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/homeowner-info.php
Information and Detection Tool (UW Resource):
https://datcpservices.wisconsin.gov/eab/index.jsp