Treat ash trees with insecticide within 36 separate stands totaling up to 1,361 acres so they are more resilient to emerald ash borer infestation, conserve genetic diversity and maintain a seed source for future ash regeneration.
Location
Multiple Towns
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/02/2023
2
Decision
05/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Ash Treatment for Emerald Ash Borer | Decision Signed Date: 05/04/2023 |
| Forests | Green Mountain And Finger Lakes National Forests |
| Districts | Middlebury Ranger District; Manchester Ranger District; Rochester Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |