The Plant Protection and Weed Management Program conducts regulatory, inspection, and educational programs that protect the health of plants and honey bees in Maryland. Personnel in this section serve as the State's authorities on plant pests and agricultural quarantines, and provide liaison for the Department with other state and federal regulatory officials regarding these issues.
Plant protection & weed management LP link collection
See a Spotted Lanternfly? Report it.
Help protect Maryland's crops, trees, and natural resources by reporting spotted lanternfly sightings. Your report helps us track and manage the spread of this invasive pest. We are taking reports from every county in Maryland. A picture is required when submitting a report.
Please note: Submitting a report does not generate a response from our team or serve as a request for more information.
Important Plant Protection & Weed Management Documents
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Tick Identification
Please Note: MDA does not test ticks for the presence of disease organisms. We also do not advise patients about medical treatments. -
Walk In Form
Pest Control Operators (PCOs) are charged $10.00 per identification. -
Nursery Certificate & Plant Licenses Form
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Apiary Registration & Inspections