Pest Expert on Radio Interview on New Fruit Fly Threat

University of Maine Cooperative Extension pest management specialist Jim Dill was a guest for a live telephone interview Jan. 16 on the WZON radio morning show, The Pulse. He discussed a newly discovered fruit fly that has been located in Maine recently, which threatens the state’s soft-skinned fruit, including blueberries, raspberries and strawberries prior to and during ripening. The interview starts about 35 minutes into the show.

Contact: George Manlove, (207) 581-3756