322: Managing Spotted Lanternfly with Biological Control

Biological control is emerging as one of the most promising tools against spotted lanternfly. Anne Johnson, postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University, explains how spotted lanternfly damages grapevines by draining plant sap and producing honeydew that fuels sooty mold. She shares new research showing that North American predators, including spiders, praying mantises, and birds, are already helping keep this invasive pest in check. Learn which biological control strategies show the most promise, why removing tree of heaven matters, and how community science is accelerating discoveries for sustainable spotted lanternfly management.   Resources:   96: Spotted Lanternfly - Threat to California  175: How to Prepare for Invasive Pests in Your Vineyard 289: How Spotted Lanternfly Puts Grapes at Risk—and What Growers Can Do Allies Against an Invasive: Interactions Between Spotted Lanternflies and Native Species (Seminar) Anne Johnson | Google Scholar <li class="Paragraph SCXW263895194 BC