In parts of the Northeastern United States, the spotted lanternfly has become a threat to vegetation and valuable crops. To combat this threat, a quarantine has been placed on certain areas. This course describes how to recognize this threat and what to do when you are in the quarantine zone. After completion, participants will be able to:
- Describe the threat posed by the spotted lanternfly
- Identify the spotted lanternfly in different parts of the lifecycle
- List the areas to inspect on your vehicle to check for spotted lanternfly
- Explain best practices in how to avoid picking up a hitchhiker
- Explain how to kill insects, remove eggs and report a spotted lanternfly sighting