Robert Miller

Rob Miller is the Invasive Species Prevention and Response Specialist at the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Spotted Lanternfly

Session Track: Overview (All sessions), Arboriculture

Start Date/Time: Thu, 01/23/2025 - 9:15 AM

End Date/Time: Thu, 01/23/2025 - 10:15 AM

Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), or SLF, is an invasive insect that has spread throughout the mid-Atlantic and parts of the Midwest since its discovery in central Pennsylvania in 2014. SLF damages plants directly while feeding and excretes honeydew that can foul surfaces and attract other pests. Infestations in both rural and urban areas can be a significant nuisance to the public. Though SLF can cause damage to a wide variety of plants, it is of specific concern for grape producers and a potential concern for other fruit producers.

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