SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (RFD NEWS) — The Georgia Department of Agriculture is urging growers to stay vigilant as state and federal agencies work to eradicate a new, invasive yellow-legged hornet, raising concerns for agriculture. Officials warn the Yellow-Legged Hornet is a major threat to honeybees and other pollinators.
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to provide an update on the hornet.
In his interview with RFD NEWS, Harper outlined the risks this species of hornet poses, current eradication efforts with APHIS and UGA, and how producers can identify and respond to sightings. Finally, he shared a look at planting progress from his own farm and spring planting conditions in the region.
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