'Squish it.' Spotted lanternfly population found in SW Michigan

Invasive Pest Found Near Major MI Grape-Producing Area

Although the infestation was not found in a vineyard, officials are urging producers to remain vigilant and squish the pest.

'Squish it.' Spotted lanternfly population found in SW Michigan

Michigan officials say if you find this colorful insect, squish it. Invasive lanternfly expands in state.

Spotted Lanternfly Confirmed in Berrien County

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has confirmed a population of spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Berrien County.   The population was identified through monitoring conducted by the Southwest x Southwest Corner Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) with funding provided by MDARD to support spotted lanternfly trap…

Invasive spotted lanternfly found in Berrien County

A new invasive species has been found in Berrien County. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced on Thursday the spotted lanternfly was discovered by the Southwest by Southwest Corner Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area,