HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — The invasive spotted lanternfly is spreading in Tennessee, and experts say there’s more a growing concern over the damage it can cause to crops and native plants.
Last year, the insect was spotted in four Tennessee counties, including Hamilton County.
New data now shows an increase in damage to crops and plants in areas where the bugs have been found.
U.S. agricultural officials say people should kill spotted lanternflies if they see them because of the harm they can cause to native plants…