An invasive insect species has the potential to do millions of dollars of damage to Ontario's wine and grape-growing industry, experts say. The spotted lanternfly is "an invasive plant-hopper native to Southeast Asia," according to the Invasive Species Centre's website. (Courtesy of the Invasive Species Centre)It's a "hurry up and wait" situation, Debbie Zimmerman, CEO of Grape Growers of Ontario, told CBC Toronto. (Courtesy of the Invasive Species Centre) Early detection is key to mitigating the damage, Posteraro said. The Invasive Species Centre describes its eggs as "brown, seed-like, covered in a grey, mud-coloured secretion."

Source: CBC News August 15, 2022 19:37 UTC