New Brunswick maple syrup industry considers using BTK insecticide to combat forest tent caterpillar defoliation.
New Brunswick's maple syrup industry is considering using a biological insecticide, BTK, to control forest tent caterpillar defoliation in northwestern woodlands, affecting 120 sq km. About 30-40 syrup producers experienced infestations, potentially reducing production in the next spring. The industry plans to spray BTK in spring to prevent future issues, but funding and government approval are needed.
July 26, 2024
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