Key facts
- P. imbricornus has been confirmed as the cause of blueberry decline in North Carolina.
- Researchers at North Carolina State University confirmed the first sighting of P. imbricornus in the state.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have confirmed the presence of P. imbricornus in North Carolina, identifying it as the cause of a decline in the state's blueberry crops. This marks the first documented instance of this pest within North Carolina.