slow the spread of insect pests Slow the Spread of Insect Pests

Many destructive insect pests spread by hitching a ride on wood that people move around. You can help stop new infestations in your and other people’s woodlots by taking a few simple precautions.

Slow the Spread of Insect Pests: Activities

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MENTION QUARANTINE REGULATIONS TO MY LOGGER

To slow the spread of forest pests, state law restricts when and how logs can be moved from a woodlot to a sawmill. Make sure your logger is up to speed on the latest wood quarantines. SEE MORE
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DON'T MOVE FIREWOOD

Moving firewood, say from your woodlot to a campsite, is the #1 way dangerous forest pests spread. State law restricts when and how far you may transport firewood. SEE MORE
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GET MY FIREWOOD LOCALLY

Buying your firewood from a local source and cutting firewood off your woodlot are excellent ways to prevent the spread of insects and disease. SEE MORE
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SLOW THE SPREAD OF SPOTTED LANTERNFLY

The invasive insect spotted lanternfly is a new arrival in the northeastern US. Follow these tips to slow its spread and limit the damage it causes not only on your land, but in forests and woods throughout the region. SEE MORE
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