Experts caution that invasive lanternflies may endanger agriculture this summer.
Experts Warn of Possible Surge in Spotted Lanternfly Populations After experiencing a significant population decline in previous years, experts are now cautioning that the spotted lanternfly might see a resurgence this season. This prediction is primarily based on an increase in egg counts observed in vineyards located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Ben Hottel, an entomologist […]
Dogs are being trained to find eggs of invasive spotted lanternflies in the US
New Strategies to Combat Spotted Lanternfly Spread The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect first identified in the U.S. about ten years ago, has gradually expanded its reach across the East Coast and into the Midwest, creating significant challenges for local environments. In response, researchers are starting to employ innovative solutions to help contain this pest. […]
If you want to avoid lanternflies this summer, here’s how you need to act NOW
The dreaded lamb fly season is now upon Americans, and officials are warning the public about how to avoid the pesky spotted pest this summer. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has told the country to be especially wary of speckled lamb fly eggs and to destroy them immediately. According to the USDA, early […]