It Begins in the Fall Once the weather starts to cool, the pests that hide in our yards receive the signal that winter is near. All of those bugs, beetles, and spiders start looking for a warmer place to settle down for the season. That place could be burrowed inside...
The spotted lanternfly was accidentally introduced to the US from Asia in 2012 when egg casings were conveyed on imported stone. The larvae hatched that spring at a quarry business in Berks County. Although slow to establish, they have quickly spread to at least 26...
Since they were first spotted in Berks County in 2014, Pennsylvania has been at war with the invasive species known as the Spotted Lanternfly. The lanternfly is native to parts of China, India, Vietnam, and eastern Asia where it’s kept in check by natural predators....
Fall in Pennsylvania can be magical. The foliage, the apples, the apple cider, the apple cider donuts, the apple dumplings. Sorry, we just really like apples around here. What’s also magical? Enjoying the great outdoors without constantly swatting at mosquitoes. But...
The Spotted Lanternfly, also known as lycorma delicatula, was first spotted in Pennsylvania back in 2014. It’s been six years and the spotted lanternfly continues to present a significant threat to Pennsylvania trees and the agricultural industry. But together...
Nobody likes thinking about overwintering pests. After all, winter is the time to focus on the holidays, cozy fireplaces, time off work, etc. But here’s a quick primer on what you need to know about overwintering pests and how to prevent them. It Begins in the Fall...