Impact of invasive insect pests on agro-ecosystems

Abstract

The unintentional introductions of exotic insect species in agricultural and forestry systems as well as in urban areas, have been strongly increasing worldwide in the last three decades. This has often caused serious economic and environmental issues in the newly invaded areas. Here a focus on two insect pests recently and very recently introduced in Sicily will be presented. In particular, Drosophila suzukii (Spotted wing Drosophila) aecting the industry of soft-skinned fruits and Halyomorpha halys (Brown stink marmorated bug), extremely polyphagous pest, and their sustainable control strategies will be analyzed.