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    Stop The Spot , video

    Here’s what to do if you see a spotted lanternfly. Help us stop the spot!

    Date: Sep 14, 2023
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    Researching how detection dogs can combat invasive species and plant disease , video

    The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect plaguing plants, especially grapes, across the globe. Faculty at the Alson H. Smith Jr. Agricultural Research and Extension Center are researching how trained detection dogs can help farmers and vineyard owners better prepare their crops against these insects.

    Date: Mar 16, 2023
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    Spotting the highly invasive spotted lanternfly , video

    The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has damaged agricultural crops in the northeast U.S. (creating a black sticky mess that stinks of sour vinegar), has been found in Virginia. Officials are hoping that citizens across the commonwealth will help monitor and track the movement of the pest.

    Date: Dec 20, 2018