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Although Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is unable to give specific recommendations on certified applicators and licensed companies able to treat ash trees for the emerald ash borer (EAB), we can provide unbiased, general guidance on how to find certified pesticide applicators and considerations for conducting your search.

Previously known as PM 3074.

Homeowners and commercial pesticide applicators will find control measures to consider in preventing and treating the infestation of ash trees by the emerald ash borer. Includes product recommendations and evaluation of insecticide effectiveness.

Previously known as PM 2084.

This publication answers questions about and offers insecticide options for controlling EAB. It is written for tree care specialists, arborists, and homeowners.

Agriculture in North America has been dramatically influenced by crops and pests carried by humans, either intentionally or accidentally into the region. Corn, or maize, probably originated in Central America. It was a staple crop of many Native Americans and was grown in dozens of shapes and colors. The European corn borer originated in Eurasia and was accidentally introduced into North America. This insect readily adopted corn as a host and has since caused hundreds of millions of dollars in crop losses.

This publication is an update of the 1996 version published by the North Central Region.

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European corn borer has been a significant pest of Iowa field corn since the 1940s. This publication discusses the European corn borer life cycle, injury caused to corn and management options with a focus on Iowa field corn production.

CROP 3139 CROP3139

This publication lists several small-stature tree selections suitable for the Iowa landscape. These trees listed serve as suitable replacements for ash trees, which are susceptible to the emerald ash borer.

This publication lists several shade tree selections for the Iowa landscape. It lists trees that might serve as replacements for the ash tree, which is susceptible to the emerald ash borer.

A reference outlining the identification, biology, signs and symptoms, and tree hosts of an invasive, exotic, wood-boring beetle that is destructive to native ash trees.

Characteristics and color photos of Emerald Ash Borer and Native Borers are featured in this side-by-side comparison.

Ash content of corn stover is a major quality factor for biorefineries. This publication summarizes the types of ash and how they are affected by different harvesting methods.

Many ash tree problems can be mistaken for emerald ash borer infestation. Before removal or needlessly treating with pesticides, use this diagnostic guide to distinguish emerald ash borer injury from other common problems of ash.