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Emerald Ash Borer Found in Fayette and Madison Counties, Iowa

April 5, 2017, 8:02 am | Dustin Vande Hoef, Julie Sparks, Laura Sternweis

The emerald ash borer can now be linked to 45 counties in Iowa as Fayette and Madison counties are the most recent to be added to that growing list. EAB is a destructive wood-boring beetle that attacks and kills all ash tree species. This exotic pest was first discovered in Iowa in 2010.

Tree Planting Brings Added Value to Communities

January 9, 2017, 10:19 am | Gabriele Edwards

Healthy, properly planted trees can have a tremendously positive impact on urban environments, says Gabbi Edwards, urban forestry specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She specializes in proper planting and pruning of trees, as well as how to select the right tree for an area.