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Growers warned to be vigilant as invasive crop pest found in Kent

Growers, farmers, processors and the public are asked to remain vigilant after APHA confirmed findings of Colorado potato beetle larvae in Kent.

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If not eradicated, Colorado potato beetles are a significant threat to potato crops.
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If not eradicated, Colorado potato beetles are a significant threat to potato crops.

APHA and Defra has confirmed that beetle larvae identified in a field in Kent yesterday (July 11) is Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata). It is the first time an outbreak of the beetle...

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