The Office of Assemblymember Bonnie Lowenthal advises of an informational open house that will be held today, Wednesday, June 8th at Recreation Park. The community meeting will focus on the local infestations of an exotic insect, the Light Brown Apple Moth, which has been found in host plants in the City of Long Beach. The California Department of Food & Agriculture will be present to answer any questions regarding the program for interested citizens in the treatment area.
Infestations of an exotic insect, the Light Brown Apple Moth, have been found in host plants in the City of Long Beach. The insect has recently invaded California and become established in 20 counties. It is of particular concern because it can damage a wide range of crops and other plants including California’s prized cypress as well as redwoods, oaks and many other varieties commonly found in California’s urban landscaping and public parks. The list of agricultural crops it can damage include: grapes, citrus, stone fruit (peaches, plums, nectarines, cherries, apricots) and many others.
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