Multidisciplinary research strategies to address and manage emerging and native invasive insect pests of US agriculture and landscapes

USDA ARS Invasive Insect Biocontrol and Behavior Laboratory scientists conduct research using integrated multidisciplinary research strategies to address biocontrol and management of emerging and native invasive insect pests of both US Agriculture and Landscapes - while preserving the environment. These strategies include pheromone-based management, classical biocontrol, biopesticide development, molecular including genomics and transcriptomics to aid targeted dsRNA design, and others. We work with government, university, and industry partners to bring research solutions to the public. These will be discussed through US case studies of long term established invasive landscape pests like spongy moth (Lymantria dispar) as well as newly invading pests of crops or high-value commodities, like cotton seed bug (Oxycarenus hyalinipennis).