Beast of the East

摘要

BY NOW, the tree fruit industry is all too aware of the brown mar-morated stink bug (BMSB), and the destruction it left in its path in 2010. This year, growers were more prepared, and researchers have been hard at work identifying management strategies. However, significant challenges remain in determining how to deal with this pest. This report offers a look at where we stand today, and what must happen moving forward to minimize the threat caused by this tiny but potentially catastrophic pest. Much more information can be found on our website, GrowingProduce.com. Go to the September/October issue of American/Western Fruit Grower, and click on the cover story for a complete list of links and resources.