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A new research project aims to track progression of the invasive spotted lanternfly to help producers prepare for and possibly reduce the damaging effects of the destructive pest. (21 minute listen)
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Invasive pest, the spotted lanternfly (SLF), has been reported in four Ohio counties and 14 U.S. states. The brightly colored red and grey leafhopper poses an economic threat to Ohio’s specialty crop producers. Entomologist Dr. Ashley Leach’s new research project detects SLF in the environment using biomonitoring, a process that tests for DNA left behind by the destructive pest. Early detection of the SLF could help producers better prepare and possibly reduce the damaging effects of SLF.
Click here to learn more about how to stop the SLF or read this Ohioline factsheet for grape producers.
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