BATTLING THE BORER THROUGH RESEARCH, OUTREACH, AND EDUCATION
Extension Education
Amy Stone
Extension Educator
Ohio State University
Toledo
Abstract
\r\n The emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) (EAB) is an exotic insect found in 15 states. This invasive wood borer is responsible for killing millions of ash (Fraxinus spp.) trees, and offers an opportunity for unlimited natural resource outreach opportunities. Its devastating impact, often compared to the chestnut blight and Dutch elm disease before it, shows that EAB is capable of eliminating an entire tree species from forests and cities throughout the land making it one of the most serious environmental threats now facing North American forests. In 2004, The Ohio State University (OSU) has responded to this developing disaster by bringing program experts together from across the state to create the OSU EAB Outreach Team. The team, with expertise in entomology, urban forestry, woodland management, forest products, wood utilization, forestry, community development, communications, and evaluation; has identified key internal and external audiences and immediately engaged each of those audiences. Members are involved at all levels, including research, communications, educational material development, and outreach. Our team learns from each other, which benefits the broader messages that are communicated in Ohio and beyond. This session will highlight the team’s interaction and the benefits gained through the team in the buckeye state.
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Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC
This poster is being submitted for judging. It will be displayed at the AM/PIC if not selected as a State winner. The abstract will be published in the proceedings.
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Authors: A.K. Stone, D. Herms, K. Smith
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Stone, A. Extension Educator, Ohio State University, Ohio, 43615
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Herms, D. Professor / Associate Chair, Ohio State University / OARDC, Ohio, 44691
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Smith, K. Program Coordinator, Ohio State University, Ohio, 43210