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Department of Agriculture Calls for Increased Awareness and Compliance to Control Spread of Pest. The New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture, Douglas Fisher, has declared that all counties in the state are now part of the spotted lanternfly quarantine zone. The primary objective of the quarantine is to raise awareness among residents and business owners to inspect all materials and vehicles for the presence of the spotted lanternfly or its egg masses before moving them or traveling.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture encourages residents to destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses. New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher is encouraging New Jersey residents to help take part in eliminating spotted lanternfly egg masses.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

Spotted lanternfly Inside NYC Subway

They’re everywhere!

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

Handlers Jackie Fredieu and Chad Taylor with Kita and GooseEmily Adams. To celebrate National Dog Month and International Dog Day (August 26th), I want to introduce you to the first 2 dogs trained by the USDA to detect the spotted lanternfly - Goose and Kita! This lovable brother and sister duo of black labs have been through an intensive 8 week training program that equips them to detect the scent of the spotted lanternfly and notify their handlers. What a privilege for North Carolina to be the first state to have two dogs with such a unique and valuable skillset! Other states like New York and New Jersey do have dogs with similar training, just not USDA trained at this time.

Spotted Lanternfly in Midtown, New York City

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

Funds of potentially over $15,000 is available for all 21 NJ counties to put towards the use of Spotted Lanternfly treatment control. The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has announced that reimbursement funding is available for all New Jersey counties for treatment of the spotted lanternfly.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China, India, Vietnam, and Taiwan. The species was first discovered in the United States in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several northeastern and midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species native to China, India, Vietnam, and Taiwan. The species was first discovered in the United States in Pennsylvania, in 2014. Since then, they have invaded several midwestern states. It typically sucks the nutrients from the plant it infects and can cause significant damage to crops and reduce yields.

Pictured is the infamous Spotted Lanternfly.(Arlutz73/iStock) Scientists across the country are warning of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly’s comeback expected this spring. In August of 2018, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a Pest Alert when the species started to become prevalent. Since then, any efforts to eradicate the bugs have proven to be ineffective. The bugs are delighted with their new home, plenty of food, and space for their millions and millions of babies to grow up and thrive…

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture urges residents to destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses before seasonal temperatures warm. The spotted lanternfly or SLF is an invasive insect in the planthopper genus native to parts of China. They have spread to Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, and India. Then more recently, the United States. They were first discovered in Berks County, PA, in 2014 but have now been spotted in at least ten other states.