Wasps may be the answer to eradicating the emerald ash borer. Scientists are experimenting with the insects in several states based on results from China that showed three tiny species of wasps killed the borer. The wasps will be released in Indiana, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan and Ohio. Last year the insects were released in Minnesota, West Virginia and Kentucky. Officials said it is too early to evaluate data to determine if the wasps have been successful. Read more (USA Today).
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