News

Box tree moth confirmed in Maryland with pest found in Fort Frederick State Park boxwoods
The Maryland Department of Agriculture is cautioning people about the discovery of box tree moth in the state. The pest was ...
Spotted lanternflies are invading the D.C. region. Here’s what to know.
The invasive species has hit the D.C. region this season in a big way, annoying residents and farmers. Experts offered tips ...
Garden Center Magazine2d
Box tree moth confirmed in Washington County, Maryland
The first detection of the pest in Maryland has been confirmed. The Maryland Department of Agriculture and USDA Animal and ...
WRIC Richmond on MSN19h
New invasive insect pest found in Virginia for the first time
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the detection of a new invasive insect in ...
‘Ravenous,’ invasive creature from Asia now found in Virginia, officials say
Small, spotted creatures — known for being “ravenous feeders” — were found in Virginia for the first time, officials said. Box tree moths, a species native to east Asia, were found at four places in ...