White Cottony Mold on fig trees

Question

After unwrapping our two 11 year old fig trees, we see that they are covered in a white cotton looking mold of some sort. How do we get rid of it?

Answer 1

This is woolly aphids. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/woolly-aphid-control.htm