A closer examination on the ground may reveal 10 or more green topped, infested trees for every discolored tree. Currently four methods of control are being recommended in Georgia. These are salvage, cut and leave, cut and spray, and pile and burn. Another method which involves the use of behavioral chemicals is being tested throughout the south. Based on preliminary results this method may prove to be an alternative in controlling small isolated spots.
Salvage is the removal of all infested trees along with a buffer strip of green uninfested trees.
It is the most practical and effective method of control when the demand for timber is good. Spots are too small to be harvested economically. Wood quotas restrain the movement of wood. There is a shortage of wood producers. When salvage is impractical cut and leave is recommended as an alternative.