date:Aug 25, 2017
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) has now moved into almonds. The feared pest was first reported in California in 2002, and a large find was announced in Sacramento, in 2013.
Since then, its been wait-and-see for fruit growers in the state as it seemed like only a matter of time before the hitchhiking bug would discover the states abundant variety of fruit, including peaches, a particular favourite of the pest. Its movement each year inched closer and closer to agricultural production.
Wel