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Insect Pest Prevention and Management

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Invasive pest species are easily spread by people moving themselves, their pets, and things they use as they travel from place to place. These pests pose a threat to our natural ecosystems, recreational activities, agricultural crops, and even human health. You can help the spread of invasive pests by following the guidelines below.

Firewood

Trees are being destroyed through the transportation of invasive insects and diseases found in firewood. Do not move firewood, but instead obtain it from local sources. Burn firewood in the same general area as the wood source. As a general rule, 50 miles is too far and 10 miles or less is the best.

Prevention of spread

  • Contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) for a free inspection of outdoor household goods and recreational vehicles if you have recently moved from a northeastern state.
  • Grant ODA seasonal survey staff permission to place traps on your property during the summer.
  • Look for and report to ODA any suspected egg masses and pupae which can travel to the US from Europe, Russia, China, and other infested areas.
  • Check with ODA before importing plant material or ordering it online to determine if the material is quarantined or could potentially harbor invasive pests.
  • Inspect your vehicle before a long trip and after arriving at your destination.
  • Report an invasive pest using the insect identification and report form​​.

Resources

Buy It Where You Burn It

Be aware that firewood can harbor insects and diseases that threaten Oregon's valuable forest resources. Transporting firewood can move these pests to new locations. Don't Move Firewood rules

Canadian Food Inspection Agency: Don't Move Firewood

Canadian Food Inspection Agency: Don't Move Firewood website

Don't Move Firewood Information

Don't Move Firewood website

Oregon Invasive Species Council (OISC) Reporting

Online hotline to report Oregon invasive insect sightings Oregon Invasive Species Council (OISC) reporting online hotline

Oregon Revised Statute 570.720 Firewood

Firewood sources, treatment, transportation, supply, sales, and rules. ORS Chapter 570.720 Firewood

Spongy Moth: A Destructive Forest Pest

Spongy Moth Fact Sheet Brochure

Washington Invasive Species Council Use Local Firewood Campaign

Buy It Where You Burn It

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​​Contact​​​
Insect Pest Prevention & Management
26755 SW 95th Ave. Suite 101
Wilsonville, OR 97070
Phone: 503-986-4636
Alt Phone: 1-800-525-0137​


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