The fifth annual California Invasive Species Action Week is designed to increase public participation and awareness regarding the efforts and importance of combating the impact invasive species have on the …
It Only Takes One Person to Spread Invasive Pests
Each year, harmful invasive plant pests and diseases cost the United States about $40 billion in crop losses, damage to forests and vulnerable ecosystems, and expensive eradication and control efforts. …
USDA Warns Dangerous Pests are Emerging, Adds Cherry Fruit Fly to Alert List
April is “Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month” It’s spring, which means many invasive Hungry Pests are emerging and will soon begin feeding on trees, plants and crops. These …
Avocado Lace Bug Increasing Presence in California
Growers are being advised to be on the lookout for avocado lace bug as the invasive pest slowly makes its way further into California. The spread has been taking place …
Spread Cheer, Not Invasive Hungry Pests, This Holiday Season
A Few Simple Actions Can Help Protect America’s Trees & Plants The December holiday season is the greatest gift-giving time of the year, and can be a vulnerable time for …