The Governor's Invasive Species Council's latest quarterly newsletter features updates on Council initiatives to address invasive nonnative plants, insects, pathogens, and animals that are spreading on land and in waters in Pennsylvania to reduce increasing economic and environmental impacts.

The October issue includes articles on-

-- Testimony before House Agriculture Committee in September to discuss impacts of invasive species;

-- Release of 2023 Biennial Report on Invasive Species Management -- Progress, Recommendations;

-- Northwest Counties Launch Invasive Species Management, Education Initiative;

-- New Fish Stocking Regulation Goes Into Effect January 1;

-- Spongy Moth [Gypsy Moth]: Significant Damage In 2023, Tips For Landowners;

-- Spotted Lanternfly: Laying Eggs Now For Next Year, Check Outdoor Items;

-- More Than Fall Foliage On Trails - Tips For Preventing Invasive Species Spread;

-- United Nations: Invasive Species Pose Global Threat;

-- Resources & Opportunities For Your Organization

Click Here to read the entire newsletter.  Questions should be directed to Kris Abell, Coordinator, krabell@pa.gov. 

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Visit the Governor's Invasive Species Council webpage to learn more about invasive species programs and initiatives.

[Posted: October 12, 2023]

10/16/2023