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Monthly Archives: August 2010

Asian Longhorned Beetle Awareness Videos

Asian Longhorned Beetle – TV30 Public Service Announcement Be Alert to Sick and Dying Trees Identify the Asian Longhorned Beetle Asian Longhorn Beetle – by EARTH Center, Rutgers Cooperative Research & Extension Office
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Studies Show Exposure to Nature Has Health Benefits

In a series of recent studies, scientists claim that exposure to plants and parks have surprising health benefits.  Scientists found that when people swap their everyday life confines with a few hours in more natural surroundings, they could experience an increase in immune function. Plant Defense Mechanisms Benefit Humans Plants emit airborne chemicals called phytoncides [...]
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NY Senator Schumer seeks federal aid for Emerald Ash Borer infestation

On August, 11, New York Senator, Charles E. Schumer requested federal funding in the amount of $1.25 million to help mitigate the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) which is threatening urban forests and economies in New York state. What will the funding be used for? “Invasive species like the Emerald Ash Borer are a blight [...]
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Emerald Ash Borer Discovered in Tennessee

Last month, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture announced the discovery of Emerald Ash Borer within the state. This marks the first known sighting of EAB within the Volunteer state. The find was made sometime last week at a Knox County truck stop near the Loudon County line. What is Emerald Ash Borer? Emerald Ash Borer [...]
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