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In mid-2018, spotted lanternfly (SLF) nymphs and adults were found in northern Cecil County. If you see a suspect SLF insect, trap or photograph it and use the Report a Spotted Lanternfly Sighting in Maryland online form or contact the Maryland Department of Agriculture at DontBug.MD@maryland.gov.
North American Invasive Species Management Association.
As a resource professional (construction, agriculture, horticulture/growers, road crews) you see firsthand what invasive species can do to the landscape, so it is important that you remain vigilant in your own prevention actions. You and the work that you do as an outdoor professional play a crucial role to the success of biodiversity and reducing the spread of invasive species. Learn how you can prevent the spread of invasive species.
This resolution addresses invasive species management and adds substantial new policy, including: a call to address the destructive relationship between invasive grasses and wildfires; mechanisms to enhance regional invasive species research, planning, and coordination; and recommendations to Congress and federal agencies on improving invasive species management on federal lands and supporting state-led management efforts.
WGA resolutions are in effect for three years and then expire or are renewed. See all current WGA Policy Resolutions.
This policy resolution addresses the management of forest and rangelands in coordination with federal agencies and addresses issues including wildland fire, invasive spaces, and collaborative efforts.
WGA resolutions are in effect for three years and then expire or are renewed. See all current WGA Policy Resolutions.