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📍 Pennsylvania Remains Ground Zero for Lanternfly Infestations Pennsylvania was the first U.S. state to detect the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in 2014—and by 2025, it remains the epicenter of infestations, especially in counties like Berks, Bucks, Montgomery, and Lancaster....
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As Spotted Lanternflies continue to spread across the East Coast, vineyard owners in Virginia and Pennsylvania are facing a growing threat to their grapevines. These invasive pests swarm vines, feed on sap, and excrete sugary honeydew that fosters mold, weakens...
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Spotted Lanternflies Invade Virginia’s Vineyards in 2025: How to Protect Grapevines What’s Happening? In 2025, Virginia’s vineyards—from Charlottesville to the Shenandoah Valley—are experiencing heavy infestations of spotted lanternflies (SLF). These sap-sucking pests cause honeydew and sooty mold, weakening plants and...
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