NJ DEP News Release: DEP Moves to Suppress Southern Pine Beetle, an Invasive Pest Threatening Pinelands Forests


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State foresters this week are beginning suppression activities to address infestations of the southern pine beetle, which destroyed a record number of acres of South Jersey pine forests last year, Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin announced today.

"The invasive southern pine beetle is a major threat to our unique Pinelands region," said Commissioner Martin. "We need residents and private owners of forest lands to help us look out for this pest and report any infestations. With early detection, foresters and tree experts can help greatly limit the damage."

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Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 4/29/2011 6:00 AM
Categories: Invertebrates
Tags: southern pine beetle invasive species pinelands Insects NJ Department of Environmental Protection pest
 

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