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Stink Bug Infestation #926141

Asked March 16, 2026, 10:20 PM EDT

I live in Portland, Oregon and for the last three years, we have been dealing with stink bug infestations that have been taking out most of our vined vegetables, especially squash and cucumbers. Our soil is relatively new so any advice is appreciated.

Multnomah County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for your question, Amy.  I wish you could send some photos, because "stink bug" which infests squash is more probably a squash bug, than a stink bug.  This resource has photos of the various "bug" pests, as well as advice to control them in cucurbit (squash) crops:  https://solvepestproblems.oregonstate.edu/plant-problems/squash-bug

I hope this is helpful.  Good luck!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied March 17, 2026, 12:04 PM EDT

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