The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is addressing the detection of Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) in Lapeer County recently reported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Although this invasive pest is not a threat to Michigan’s natural resources, it can lead to significant defoliation and death of ornamental boxwood. Click HERE to read more.
Compliance Agreement now available - As reported on May 30, 2024: Good news! A new Box Tree Moth Quarantine is now in effect (effective May 30, 2024) and allows shipment of boxwood from within the quarantine areas to outside the quarantine areas. If you are in a quarantined area and want to ship your boxwood to outside the quarantined area you must have a NEW Compliance Agreement with the MI Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD). Per MDARD: If interested in shipping outside of the quarantine area, please email MDARD-NurseryCE@Michigan.gov.