Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine and Regulatory Information
Emerald ash borer (EAB) is a serious invasive tree pest, and consequently a quarantine has been placed to help slow the spread of EAB to other areas in Minnesota (Emerald Ash Borer status map).
These are considered regulated articles by the MDA:
- Ash logs
- Ash tree waste
- Ash chips and mulch
- All firewood (non-coniferous)
Emerald Ash Borer Quarantined Counties
A virtual informational meeting for residents and tree care professionals was held on Wednesday, March 26 and the recording is available on the MDA's YouTube channel.
The public has the opportunity to provide input and comment on the proposed emergency quarantines before they a formalized. The MDA is taking comments on the proposed formal quarantine now through May 5, 2025, and recommends adopting the quarantine on May 6, 2025.
Comments can be made during the virtual meeting or by contacting:
Kimberly Thielen Cremers
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
625 Robert Street North
St. Paul, MN 55155
No regulated articles are legally allowed to be moved into Minnesota without the written approval and the proper documentation provided to the Commissioner of Agriculture.
No regulated articles are legally allowed to move outside of a quarantine (untreated or treated), unless they are accompanied by a MDA certificate. MDA Certificates are only available when a Compliance Agreement (CA) is signed between the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the company, city, county, agency, or organization interested in moving the regulated article.
A CA is a written agreement between a person and a regulatory agency to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements. For more information about CAs please visit our Frequently Asked Questions or contact via Report A Pest.
