Stink Bugs and Their Impact on Agriculture

What did Eduardo Jimenez decide to do in his backyard?

• Install a playground

• Plant a garden

• Create a flower bed

• Build a swimming pool

What insect is responsible for damaging Eduardo's garden?

• Grasshopper

• Ant

• Stink bug

• Ladybug

How many species of plants do stink bugs feed on?

• 100

• 200

• 400

• 300

What percentage of crops did New Jersey pepper farmers lose last season?

• 75%

• 60%

• 50%

• 80%

What is the reported price increase of apples in Maryland?

• 10%

• 8%

• 12%

• 5%

What is one proposed solution to control stink bug populations?

• Plant more crops

• Use chemical pesticides

• Introduce a new type of stink bug

• Introduce an Asian parasitic wasp

What is a consequence of the stink bug infestation for macro farmers?

• Increased crop yield

• Higher market prices

• Loss of entire tracts of cash crops

• More natural predators

What unusual method have some farmers considered to control stink bugs?

• Using peacocks

• Employing dogs

• Planting more flowers

• Using cats

Why are stink bugs particularly problematic for farmers?

• They reproduce quickly

• They are difficult to catch

• They make fruits and vegetables unmarketable

• They destroy the plants completely

What is the main reason for the increase in grocery prices?

• Higher demand for organic food

• Decline in the supply of fresh fruits and vegetables

• Increased transportation costs

• Seasonal changes