Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 plant species and is an
agricultural and nuisance pest. In addition to killing grapes, black walnut saplings, and
Ailanthus saplings, they also are a major nuisance pest in yards, parks, and outdoor
venues. This presentation will cover the issues they cause, their current distribution, and
an overview of management options.
Elizabeth Barnes is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts
Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest
Educator at Purdue University. She received her doctorate in plant-insect interactions
from the University of Denver, where she studied tent caterpillars and fall webworms.
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