Dear MNLGA Members:
I've two special notes for you this morning. First, in the
Root sent this morning, in my intro, I incorrectly noted Howard as one of the counties under SLF quarantine. It is Harford, as noted in the press release, below.
Andy Schlosser has shared his father's obituary; Paul passed away on October 24th. The Schlossers own and manage Roseland Nurseries in Sudlersville and have been active MNLGA members and MANTS exhibitors for many years. Please view
Mr. Schlosser's notice.
Vanessa
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Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
Department Issues Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine in
Cecil and Harford Counties
ANNAPOLIS, MD (Oct. 28, 2019) – The Maryland Department of Agriculture today issued a
spotted lanternfly quarantine for all of Cecil and Harford Counties. This quarantine is effective immediately and will restrict the movement of regulated articles within the quarantine zone that contain the spotted lanternfly in any of its life stages, including egg masses, nymphs, and adults.
Examples of regulated articles include landscaping, remodeling, or construction waste; packing materials like wood boxes or crates; plants and plant parts; vehicles; and other outdoor items.
Following the department’s 2019 survey season, these two counties were found to have established populations of spotted lanternfly. The quarantine has been issued in an effort to control the spread of this invasive insect to other parts of the state. A map of the quarantine zone can be
viewed here.
Businesses, municipalities, and government agencies that require the movement of any regulated item within or from the quarantine zone must have a permit. A permit can be obtained by taking a free online training course through
PennState Extension. Upon completion of the course and an online exam, individuals will receive a permit.
