Double Trouble for Florida Growers? 2 More Exotic Pests Found

Researchers express surprise at detection because it came so early in the season.

Agricultural Research Service releases complete genome of the invasive hunter of honey bees. See how this scientific feat can help protect pollinators.

USDA is investigating unsolicited packages being received by people across the country. Find out what is known so far.

Entomology experts weigh in to help set the record straight on this giant wasp and its potential impacts on local pollinators and crops – if any.

The first-ever sightings in the U.S. of the world’s largest species of hornet have been reported, and these winged insects have it out for honey bees.

Find out which projects are receiving top billing under a section of the Plant Protection Act.

Scientists map out areas around the world most suitable for establishment of the notorious crop pest.

Research out of Vaughn Walton’s lab at Oregon State University could help growers revisit integrated pest management to control spotted wing drosophila.

Citrus growers on alert as first-ever find of lebbeck mealybug in commercial grove reported.

Spotted wing drosophila takes Southwest Indiana grower by surprise as Midwest’s unseasonably cool, wet spring doesn’t delay pest’s arrival.

While invasive pest hasn’t been found yet in California, UC Riverside researchers and state officials see it as major threat to grapes, nuts, and avocados.

Research at Oregon State University studied how brown marmorated stink bug foe survives when exposed to chemical insect controls.

Scientists at Michigan State University look at alternative measures for spotted wing drosophila, a major threat to the tart cherry industry.

Project will look at integrated pest management solutions that could threaten top-dollar crops in state.

Researchers identify two native fungal pathogens that have been lethal to populations of invasive plant pest.

A team of scientists seek to learn more about the purpose of the invasive fruit pest’s in-flight and post-flight behavior.

Controlling the plant pest in organic plantings can be possible with trapping, variety choices, as well as attract-and-kill strategies.

Scientists examine the parasitism rate of two predatory wasps on notorious fruit pest.

Reports of populations established in another county prompted a new quarantine and Delaware extends border restrictions for feared invasive pest.