Spotted lanternflies returned to Pennsylvania over the summer, and as we move into the cooler months, they are still a problem. Rick Kruczek, the Spotted Lanternfly Coordinator with Penn State Extension, says the spotted lanternflies are currently in the process of laying their eggs and preparing for next year’s generation. The insects like to feed on grapes, and they tend to kill grapevines. Kruczek urges the public to squash lanternflies and to scrape away and dispose of egg masses. He says people should also check their vehicles before leaving an area with lanternflies to help stop the spread and protect plants. More information about spotted lanternflies can be found here.