Project to release Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) biocontrol species to mitigate EAB impacts in coordination with APHIS. APHIS has administered EAB biocontrol since 2007, using three parasitoid wasp species. Native planting is proposed at one site.
Location
Multiple locations across the districts, see map of proposed zones on project webpage. Exact locations within the zones will be decided in cooperation with APHIS following field evaluation.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/20/2024
2
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| FY25 Emerald Ash Borer Biocontrol | Decision Signed Date: 12/17/2024 |
| Forests | Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest |
| Districts | Medford-Park Falls Ranger District; Great Divide Ranger District; Eagle River-Florence Ranger District; Lakewood-Laona Ranger District; Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |