Laurel Wilt Found in New York State
Recent observations of rapid decline and death of some sassafras trees and seedlings in multiple locations in Suffolk County has led to the first confirmation of the fungus that causes Laurel Wilt being detected in plants in New York State. Additional information on this first find will be coming soon so please continue to check back here for updates.
Press Release-DEC and Partners Confirm Laurel Wilt Invasive Plant Disease on Long Island
Laurel Wilt in New York Factsheet
Laurel Wilt Sample Submission Guide v1.0
Sept 10 Webinar-Save the Date for Laurel Wilt in New York. See links below for details. The webinar was recorded, and we are still working on getting it posted here.
Agenda Poster-Webinar-Laurel Wilt in New York