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What is wrong with my mini sweet bell peppers? I did see a stink bug on the plant itself. Are they eating the top layer of the skin?
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Pepper Skins #885544
Asked September 17, 2024, 11:02 AM EDT
What is wrong with my mini sweet bell peppers? I did see a stink bug on the plant itself. Are they eating the top layer of the skin?
Wayne County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello! I'm sorry that you are having issues with your peppers. Based on the photo provided, you appear to have sting bug damage. Here are some links that provide more information on Brown Marmorated Stink bugs and how to address this issue!
https://msu-prod.dotcmscloud.com/news/this-bug-s-stink-is-worse-than-its-bite
https://www.canr.msu.edu/ipm/Invasive_species/brown_marmorated_stink_bug
https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/brown-marmorated-stink-bug
