Hemlock Wooly Adelgid Workshop
April 11, 5:00-8:00 p.m., Warrensburg, NY
Charlotte Malmborg will provide information on the importance of hemlock trees in northeastern forests, the threat presented by HWA, and how landowners can identify and manage HWA infestations. She will also introduce New York State Hemlock Initiative’s research of biological control opportunities and describe the role of NYSHI in promoting hemlock conservation in New York State.
DEC Forester Jason Denham will present on the invasive pests; emerald ash borer and the spotted lanternfly. He will provide an update on their status in New York, and how these invasive pests could be expected to impact the Adirondack Region. The workshop is free but participants must register with Dan Carusone at 518.668.4881 or email at djc69@cornell.edu.