Implement gypsy moth mating disruption studies involving the applicaiton of a mating disruptant (disparlure) specific to the gypsy moth. The disparlure would be either aerially or ground applied to no more than 1,500 acres annually.
Location
General area is north and west of Interstates 64 and 81 in Rockbridge and Augusta Counties, east of SR 629, and south of SR 688. General vicinity of Craigsville, Deerfield, Goshen, Millboro Springs.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/24/2014
2
Comment Period
01/24/2014
3
Objection Period Start
03/03/2014
4
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Research And Development |
| Gypsy Moth Mating Disruption Study Plots | Decision Signed Date: 04/29/2014 Legal Notice Date: 05/01/2014 |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | North River Ranger District; James River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |