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State Asks Public to Check Trees for Invasive Pests this August

OLYMPIA – Several state agencies are asking the public to take ten minutes this month to check trees in their communities for signs of invasive insects. The Washington Invasive Species Council, Washington State Department of Natural Resources Urban and Community Forestry Program, Washington State Department of Agriculture and Washington State University Extension come together each […]

August 6, 2024Read More

State asks boaters to Clean, Drain, Dry to prevent spread of invasive species

OLYMPIA–The Washington Invasive Species Council and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) are asking boaters to “Clean, Drain and Dry” their boats and equipment this boating season to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species and protect Washington’s waterways. “We need your help to protect Washington waters,” said Stephanie Helms, executive coordinator for […]

July 3, 2024Read More

State Asks Campers to Not Move Firewood

OLYMPIA–Several state agencies are asking campers and outdoor enthusiasts to not move firewood and instead buy it where they burn it this camping season. The Washington Invasive Species Council, Washington State Department of Natural Resources’ Urban and Community Forestry Program, Washington State Department of Agriculture and Washington State University Extension are strongly encouraging outdoor recreationists […]

May 22, 2024Read More
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Trapping season for invasive pests is mostly over, and what did the lead agency, the Washington State Department of Agriculture, discover? Trappers found more than 26,700 Japanese beetles this year, up from 19,655 in 2023. The agency needs the cooperation of property owners in the area; voluntary treatments of infested personal property is necessary for eradication to even be a possibility. If you live in the infested area (Yakima and Benton Counties), check out the link to the full news release for treatment sign up! Moving over to the spongy moth....Trapping saw a significant decline in moths caught compared to 2023. This year, trappers caught just 32 moths, compared to over 100 moths last year! Trapping analysis will continue, and the agency will search for egg masses that may suggest a reproducing population in areas where adults were found. Finally, the agency has been unable to obtain the specimen from a potential Northern giant hornet sighting near Port Orchard earlier this fall. Trapping for this pest is wrapping up, so stay tuned for Whatcom County updates in mid-December! For more details and the full news release, please visit: https://agr.wa.gov/about-wsda/news-and-media-relations/… ... See MoreSee Less
We are pleased to invite you to the third annual Pulling Together to Prevent and Stop Noxious Weeds in Washington webinar! Join us on December 12 from 1 - 4 p.m. to learn all about noxious weeds, identification, management, and reporting. There are three pending Washington State Department of Agriculture pesticide recertification credits for those who attend the entirety of this free event. To see the agenda and register, please visit https://invasivespecies.wa.gov/event/… ... See MoreSee Less
The emerald ash borer is an invasive insect that has devastated ash tree populations across the country. While not detected in Washington yet, it is in both British Columbia and Oregon. Watch the recently released public service announcement from Washington State Department of Natural Resources about readiness in Washington and how you can help. For more information, see the link in the comments. ... See MoreSee Less
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