Invasive plant removal · Virginia

Virginia DOF Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Cost-Share

Run by Virginia Department of Forestry

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Up to 70% of treatment costs; capped at $10.50 per inch DBH and $2,000 per landowner
Maximum
$2,000 per household
Who qualifies
Virginia landowners and organizations (including homeowner associations); page does not explicitly address individual residential landowners.
Where
Virginia landowners and organizations, including homeowner associations, statewide.
Status
Seasonal. 2026 application period closed; check back for future dates.
Type of payment
Cost share
Official program page

What you do

Have a healthy ash tree treated against emerald ash borer by stem injection (emamectin benzoate) after a DOF forester assessment.

Requirements

  • Ash species: green, white, black, blue, pumpkin or Carolina
  • At least 12 inches DBH
  • At least 70% live crown (no more than 30% crown loss)
  • DOF forester assessment before enrollment
  • Emamectin benzoate stem injection treatment

How to apply

  1. 1Contact your local DOF forester for assessment
  2. 2Complete Form 6.5 EAB Program Cost-Share Application (plus Form 3.10 if multiple landowners)
  3. 3Submit to DOF; treat after approval

Timing and deadlines

not published

2026 period closed

Combining it with other programs

Not published

Sources

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