Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Aitkin County for the 1st Time

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer in Aitkin County for the first time.

An Aitkin County forester found evidence of emerald ash borer at a timber site in Malmo Township and notified state officials for confirmation. The MDA is enacting an emergency quarantine for the entire county.

A virtual informational meeting for residents and tree care professionals will be held on Wednesday, March 26th from 10 to 11 a.m. Experts from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture will give a brief presentation followed by a question-and-answer session. Those interested can register at the MDA website.