The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding consumers to check for invasive pests before purchasing live out-of-state Christmas trees and holiday décor.

Pam Jahnke visits with Shahlah Werner, Plant Protection Section Manager with DATCP, about some of the previous encounters the state has had with invasive bugs and holiday decor.  She says although minuscule in size, they pack a powerful punch of potential damage to Wisconsin's ecosystem.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding consumers to check for invasive pests before purchasing live out-of-state Christmas trees and holiday décor.
Pam Jahnke visits with Shahlah Werner, Plant Protection Section Manager with DATCP, about some of the previous encounters the state has had with invasive bugs and holiday decor.  She says although minuscule in size, they pack a powerful punch of potential damage to Wisconsin's ecosystem.

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