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Japanese beetle spread in Europe

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Latest: Japanese beetle threat prompts preparations in Baden-Württemberg

In late June/early July 2026, two Japanese beetles were captured in Alsace, confirming the pest’s first presence in France. The French Ministry of Agriculture responded with nationwide trapping and expanded surveillance.

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