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Is there a way to eradicate the stink Bug from personal vegetable gardens?
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Asked January 18, 2025, 1:46 PM EST
Is there a way to eradicate the stink Bug from personal vegetable gardens?
Yamhill County Oregon
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Hello,
Brown marmorated stink bugs are an invasive insect which are commonly found in our area. They can damage many fruits and vegetables since they have a wide host range and they are very mobile. Unfortunately there are not many management options for these pests, although researchers are exploring biological control with a small wasp. You did not mention how large your garden is, but it might be possible to exclude the pest with a fine mesh netting around the crops you are most worried about, however it would need to be placed prior to the pest arriving in your garden. Here is more information:
https://pubs.extension.wsu.edu/pest-watch-brown-marmorated-stink-bug-home-garden-series
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Brown marmorated stink bugs are an invasive insect which are commonly found in our area. They can damage many fruits and vegetables since they have a wide host range and they are very mobile. Unfortunately there are not many management options for these pests, although researchers are exploring biological control with a small wasp. You did not mention how large your garden is, but it might be possible to exclude the pest with a fine mesh netting around the crops you are most worried about, however it would need to be placed prior to the pest arriving in your garden. Here is more information:
https://pubs.extension.wsu.edu/pest-watch-brown-marmorated-stink-bug-home-garden-series
Thank you for using Ask extension!