Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 plant species and is an agricultural and nuisance pest. In addition to killing grapes, black walnut saplings, and Ailanthus saplings, they also are a major nuisance pest in yards, parks, and outdoor venues. This presentation will cover the issues they cause, their current distribution, and an overview of management options.
Elizabeth Barnes is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest Educator at Purdue University. She received her doctorate in plant-insect interactions from the University of Denver, where she studied tent caterpillars and fall webworms.
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