So I found a few Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSBs?) on my purple raspberries. I couldn't find any damage though. I have never had them before. (I am in SW Washington - Camas).
I killed them in soapy water. But I am wondering what to expect next. Anyone out there who has experienced BMSBs?
I do not spray anything in my yard except compost tea, and I don't want to start.
Hi:
I posted a similar inquiry in 2013. I have seen them on a fairly regular basis over the years and earlier this year I saw them on my peach tree fruit. I suspect they damaged some of the young fruit with their feeding but the bad fruit are usually thinned out. I have seen them on my raspberries though not very many this year. In general, they have not turned out to be a very big problem. Spotted-winged drosophila is more of a concern for me.
Hope this helps.
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