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Dangerous Bird Flu Detected In Massachusetts Dangerous Bird Flu Detected In Massachusetts
Dangerous Bird Flu Detected In Massachusetts The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources is cautioning that wild birds in the region and neighboring states have tested positive for a dangerous, easily-transmissible strain of avian flu. An alert was issued on Thursday, March 3 by officials after Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was detected in wild birds throughout Massachusetts. The announcement came after similar alerts were issued in nearby Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and other East Coast and Midwest states. Related story - Dangerous Bird Flu Detected In Connecticut According to officials, based…

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Invasive Insect Spotted In Massachusetts Invasive Insect Spotted In Massachusetts
Invasive Insect Spotted In Massachusetts A new invasive insect that has been a point of consternation for farmers for years has been discovered in Massachusetts. The spotted lanternfly, which hails from southeast Asia before it made its way stateside in 2014 has reportedly been found in Worcester County in recent weeks, causing concern for some in Worcester County. Lanternflies target the sap of certain trees, including grapevines, fruit trees, and other plants, potentially devastating them. The infestation is currently secluded to a single cluster of three trees in the area, according to the Massachusetts Department of Agricultu…

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