The Asian Long Horned Beetle has caused the cutting of 30,000 trees in the Worcester area, and satellite infestations in Shrewsbury show they are nearer to Westborough’s borders. Jennifer Forman Orth of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources will explain the history, habits and hazards of the Asian Long horned Beetle. Join Westborough Community Land Trust members in learning how to identify the beetles and infected trees and what you can do about it. Orth will describe the spread of the ALB, the tree damage it causes and the work to date to contain the infestation.
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