Special Pest Alert: Thrips Parvispinus

A new invasive insect called thrips parvispinus is damaging greenhouse and nursery plants and it could be spreading into landscapes across Florida. UF/IFAS insect biological control expert Dr. Lance Osborne presents the latest information on control efforts and explain how to identify these insects, collect samples and where to send them so Green Industry professionals, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ experts and Master Gardener Volunteers can help stop the spread of thrips parvispinus.
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