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Available to Pennsylvania businesses, the toolkit includes a collection of printed materials to inform employees about ways to stop the spotted lanternfly. More
News A survey is currently underway to gather information from horticultural growers, field crop farmers, and forest landowners on the potential economic impact of the spotted lanternfly (SLF) on agriculture and forestry. More
Articles Control de la Mosca Linterna con Manchas para el Público en General
Heather L Leach, Dave Biddinger, Ph.D., Grzegorz (Greg) Krawczyk, Ph.D.
Las MLM son una plaga invasora destructiva que amenaza la agricultura, la industria maderera y ornamental y las plantas de jardín. More
Articles Updated Insecticide Recommendations for Spotted Lanternfly on Grape
Dave Biddinger, Ph.D., Heather L Leach
Insecticide recommendations for spotted lanternfly in grape, updated January 2019. More
Articles Updated Insecticide Recommendations for Spotted Lanternfly on Tree Fruit
Dave Biddinger, Ph.D., Heather L Leach
Insecticide recommendations for spotted lanternfly in tree fruit, updated January 2019. More
Videos Controlling Tree of Heaven: Why it Matters
David R. Jackson
3:53
Learn about the invasive tree-of-heaven, commonly found in Pennsylvania, and how you can use it to help control another invasive species, spotted lanternfly. More
Videos Tree of Heaven: Accurate Identification
David R. Jackson
3:47
Learn the distinguishing characteristics of the invasive tree-of-heaven that you can use to accurately identify it. More
Articles Insects on Real Christmas Trees
Michael J. Skvarla
Most real Christmas trees are free of insects and other arthropods. However, it is possible that some trees may harbor one or more species. More
Videos How To Remove Spotted Lanternfly Eggs
Donald Seifrit
1:14
Learn first-hand how to scrape and destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses, which are visible between October and July. More
Videos Spotted Lanternfly: Research Update
Julie Urban
22:39
A lot of scientific research is being done to increase our understanding about how the spotted lanternfly behaves and what management methods might be effective. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly: Tips for Handling Yard Waste in Quarantined Areas
Emelie Swackhamer
To prevent the movement of this insect, avoid moving yard waste such as woody plant debris (fallen trees or branches and tree trimmings) outside the quarantine area. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Management for Homeowners
Heather L Leach, Dave Biddinger, Ph.D., Grzegorz (Greg) Krawczyk, Ph.D.
A guide that reviews the identification, life cycle, current distribution, and techniques for managing spotted lanternfly on your property. More
Articles How You Can Comply with the Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Regulations
Emelie Swackhamer
Some tips to help you avoid spreading Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and be in compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) regulations. More
Articles Find out if your business or organization is required to have a Spotted Lanternfly permit in Pennsylvania. More
Articles Treating Black Walnuts with Insecticides for Spotted Lanternfly Control
Heather L Leach, Dave Biddinger, Ph.D.
Recommendations for safe pesticide applications to control spotted lanternfly infestations. More
Articles Avoid Home Remedies to Control Spotted Lanternfly
Heather L Leach
Untested homemade solutions may harm people, pets and plants. Their use can be unsafe and illegal. More
News The pest harms host plants and can render outdoor areas unusable by leaving behind honeydew, which attracts other insects and promotes the growth of sooty mold. More
Videos Spotted Lanternfly Banding
Elizabeth Finlay, Donald Seifrit
4:33
Banding trees with sticky tape can capture and kill spotted lanternfly nymphs and adults. This non-toxic, inexpensive technique can be used on any tree. More
News Spotted Lanternfly is on the Move
09/05/2018
Spotted Lanternflies are now in the adult life stage and are much more mobile. More
News Pennsylvania has experienced a combined average per location of about 20 inches of rain during the last 5 weeks. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly, Lycorma delicatula, is a new threat to Pennsylvania and the United States, and experts are still learning how to combat it. More
Articles Many home remedies can be found on the internet, but are they the best choice? More
News It is again time to look very carefully at pheromone traps placed in orchards. More
Online Courses Free
Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that can damage many crops. Learn best practices to stop its spread. Businesses operating in the quarantine zone must have permits to move equipment and goods within and out of the zone. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Grape Pest Alert
Heather L Leach, Michela Centinari, Ph.D.
This fact sheet provides identification, damage, quarantine, and management information for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive sap-feeding planthopper that feeds on the vine trunk, shoots, and leaves of grape plants, among other crops. More