Asian Ambrosia Beetle – On Fig

Q: Earlier this spring I thought my fig tree was budding out. Now it looks dead and has those white things on it. Any idea what is the problem?

A: You have an Asian ambrosia beetle infestation. Cut the limb and burn/dispose of it immediately.

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