Penn State Extension Service will host additional public meetings on the spotted lanternfly, the invasive insect that has spread throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and surrounding states and presents a significant threat to Pennsylvania agriculture, including the grape, tree-fruit, hardwood and nursery industries.

The public can do a great deal to stop the spread of this invasive insect.  Attend one of these meetings near you to learn more--

-- Chester County: June 13 - Exton

-- Columbia County: July 16 - Berwick

-- Columbia County: August 15 - Bloomsburg

-- Lancaster County: July 30 - Lancaster

-- Lancaster County: September 5 - Lancaster

-- Montgomery County: July 17 - Horsham

-- Montour County: June 8 - Danville

Click Here to register or for more information on public meetings as they are scheduled..

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

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