Agricultural officials in eastern Contra Costa County are planning an eradication effort and an extensive pest survey after the detection of an insect that threatens the region’s crops and other natural resources.
The peach fruit fly, also known as bactrocera zonata, was discovered in the areas of Brentwood and Oakley between July 31 and Aug. 14.
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