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Elizabeth Deecher

Research Technologist


Penn State University

Area of Expertise

Entomology

Project Role

Liz is involved in all field work to monitor Spotted Lanternfly in Pennsylvania vineyards for the project

Research Bio

Liz's overall research focus is on the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) and its impact on the grape growing industry. Specifically, collaborating directly with growers to monitor insect populations, evaluate management strategies, and assess plant-insect interactions. Additionally, investigating lanternfly's thermal tolerance physiology.

Spotted Lanternfly on a grape vine illustration

Managing Spotted Lanternfly and Tree of Heaven is made possible by USDA-ARS Areawide Program #8080-21000-001-00D.

Contact Information:

tracy.leskey@usda.gov

Appalachian Fruit Research Station

2217 Wiltshire Road

Kearneysville, WV 25430

Research Partners:

USDA-ARS

​Penn State University

Rutgers University

Virginia Tech

University of Georgia

University of Minnesota

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