My Educational Programs / Sessions @ Cultivate

BMPs for Managing an Invasive Match: Spotted Lanternfly & Tree-of-Heaven
Tuesday, July 18 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

The Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive species and a prime example of the impact of globalism & the enhanced spread of exotic organisms around the world. In this session, the physical appearances & behaviors of the SLF instars will be reviewed as it develops through its life cycle. Then we will discuss the current spread of the SLF throughout the northeastern US states & the potential continuation of its spread as it moves across the nation. Multiple strategies to attempt to manage this insect including biological controls also will be covered.

The tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is another invasive species & is the tree of choice for the SLF to feed upon & develop. Learning to ID this tree and how to successfully time the herbicides to remove the tree will also be emphasized in this session.

                



    Steven Rettke, Nursery/Greenhouse IPM Consultant at Rutgers Cooperative Extension  



    Rutgers Cooperative Extension - Sustainable Nursery Production.  
    Nursery crop production is an important part of the agricultural industry in New Jersey, supporting local communities economically and maintaining the agrarian character of areas in the state. Especially in a densely populated state like New Jersey, where agriculture and residential areas coexist in close proximity, it is important for all businesses to follow practices that optimize profitability while maintaining environmental and social sustainability.

    For nurseries, evaluating and optimizing production practices may help profitability by reducing costs for inputs such as water, fertilizer, and pesticides. In addition to being good stewards of the soil and water, nurseries further benefit from sustainable production by being seen as good neighbor in their local communities and avoiding conflicts with regulators and neighbors.

    Address:     121 Northville Rd. Bridgeton, NJ 08302
    Email:    cabrera@aesop.rutgers.edu
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