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Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies to be released in San Diego County
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- Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies will be released over parts of San Diego County, after one mated female fruit fly was detected around Spring Valley, according to food and agriculture regulators.
- Sterile insect technique has been used for years to decrease and control pests.
- In March, a quarantine was placed over La Mesa after multiple Mexican fruit flies were found.
An adult Mexican fruit fly. (California Department of Food and Agriculture ) By Kori Mc Nair June 29, 2026 5:30 PM PT 3 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
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Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies will be released over parts of San Diego County, after one mated female fruit fly was detected around Spring Valley, according to food and agriculture regulators.
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