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Khapra beetle
Trogoderma granarium

Khapra beetle (Trogoderma granarium) is an insect pest of grain products and seeds. It is a native of India and was first detected in California in 1953.

It is considered one of the 100 worst invasive species in the world. The beetle prefers hot, dry conditions and can be found in areas where grain and other potential food is stored, such as pantries, malthouses, grain and fodder processing plants, and stores of used grain sacks or crates. This pest has been eradicated in the U.S.. Surveying continues due to its destructive potential.

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02/13/2018 - Hundreds of Pak rice containers stuck up at Zimbabwe ports
01/16/2018 - Russia restricts tea supplies from Sri Lanka after finding beetle
01/16/2018 - Shipping containers to be cleaned and disinfected
01/16/2018 - Sri Lanka appeals to Russia to lift temporary tea ban
09/29/2017 - Vineyard pest: Grapevine pinot gris virus alert
08/14/2017 - Dangerous grain pest found in bag at PHL
03/29/2016 - Seizure of Khapra beetle-infested cumin in US may bring export...
10/19/2015 - Ruff Job: On The Lookout For Khapra Beetles At O’Hare Airpor...
08/26/2015 - Dangerous and invasive Khapra beetle intercepted at Pearson
07/20/2015 - Destructive beetles found in luggage at OHare
03/23/2015 - 2015 Farm Bill Section 10007 Spending Plan Announcement
09/05/2014 - Invasive insects taking a bite from N.Y. farms, gardens
09/03/2014 - khapra beetle - Trogoderma granarium Everts
08/15/2014 - Kansas, Missouri on Watch for Invasive Pests
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