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Nebraska Forest Service

Program - Forest Health

Forest Health Alert

Because of the significant threat presented by emerald ash borer (EAB), the Nebraska Forest Service no longer recommends significant planting of ash trees native to North America. This includes green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica), black ash (Fraxinus nigra), blue ash (Fraxinus quadrangulata) and white ash (Fraxinus americana). This also includes popular cultivars, such as 'Patmore' green ash and 'Autumn Purple' white ash.

For more detailed information, please read the NFS Position on Ash.

For information about identifying ash trees, click here.

For information about identifying emerald ash borer, click here.

This site contains pictures, links to publications and news releases that will help identify and control common insect pests and diseases of trees in Nebraska.  Publications are from the University of Nebraska, other universities, and the USDA Forest Service.  Questions or comments can be directed to Mark Harrell, Forest Health Program Leader .

The Forest Health section maintains a listing of the most prominent pest problems in Nebraska along with the trees that are affected, control recommendations, and timing.  You can view and print these recommendations here.

 

Insect Pests

Diseases