Penn State Extension will host additional public meetings on the spotted lanternfly in Lebanon and Wayne counties in October.  They will be held--

-- October 6: at the Richland Community Library, 111 East Main Street in Richland, Lebanon County from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

-- October 10: at the Park Street Complex, 648 West Park Street in Honesdale, Wayne County from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

-- October 20: at the Lebanon Community Library, 125 North 7th Street, Lebanon, Lebanon County from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that has spread throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.  It poses a serious threat to Pennsylvania agriculture, including the grape, tree fruit, hardwood, and nursery industries. 

Stopping the spread is a group effort, and we need your help!

Topics to be covered in these meetings include:

-- How to identify the spotted lanternfly

-- Impacts to local industry and communities

-- Current quarantine area in Pennsylvania

-- How you can help stop the spread

The best way to fight the spotted lanternfly is together!  Click Here to register today for any of these meetings and learn how you can do your part.

Find out more about Spotted Lanternfly, visit Agriculture’s Lanternfly webpage, USDA’s website and Penn State Extension.

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[Posted: Sept. 12, 2018]

9/17/2018