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U.S. farmers battle bugs in the field, but once grains are stored, pests remain a challenge

Bugs normally eat at least 30% of a stored crop.(Graphic by Adam Dixon, Offrange)Storing commodities like corn or soybeans in grain bins or in shipment packing on land or at sea do...

‘They don’t belong in our environment’: US vineyards battle spotted lanternflies as invasive insects spread

From Virginia to New York, the bugs drain vines, cut yields and leave growers resorting to one simple fix: squash themAround grape harvest time about three years ago, an employee a...

The Leek Moth That Attacks Garlic and Onions

Who mercilessly attacks garlic and onions? Who pierces and chews them, jeopardizing our harvests of these delicious allium vegetables? WhatContinue Reading The post The Leek Moth T...

Insect bites: How to identify and treat

Gardeners must balance the rewards of their trade with the risks; you can grow wonderful flowers and vegetables, but you're also outside getting chewed on by various insects.

‘Seek-and-destroy’ nematodes key to fighting invasive beetle

The Queensland Longhorn Beetle has wreaked havoc on Hawaii Island farmers, but it turns out there’s a microscopic solution available on the coasts: nematodes. The post ‘Seek-and-de...

New invasive moth threatens Ladakh’s farm-based economy

The larvae of the Phalera cf. bucephala, commonly called the buff-tip moth, are voracious feeders, capable of stripping an entire tree bare in a few weeks

‘Seek-and-destroy’ nematodes key to fighting invasive beetle

The Queensland Longhorn Beetle has wreaked havoc on Hawaii island farmers, but it turns out there’s a microscopic solution available on the coasts: nematodes.

US warns as Asian needle ant reaches over 20 states; experts warn of sharp, painful attacks

CBP Agents Nab Unique Pest in Shipment of Leafy Greens at Port of Nogales

How ‘Sentinel Gardens’ Help Spot Dangerous Bugs Abroad

Scientists have planted American trees in China, Korea and elsewhere to attract hungry insects. Their hope is to identify the most damaging bugs before they cross the ocean.

Organic Pest Control: A Matter of Timing

Most people who ask me for advice about unwanted insects do so in response to an infestation that’s already wellContinue Reading The post Organic Pest Control: A Matter of Timing a...

Understanding Insect Behaviour: The Key to Smarter Control Strategies

Insects are among the most adaptable creatures on the planet. They thrive in urban spaces, rural environments, and even the cleanest indoor settings. While most people see them as...

Soil Bacteria Kill Insects With a Toxin Related to Diphtheria

Scoop up a handful of garden soil and you are almost certainly holding billions of Streptomyces bacteria. They are among the most abundant organisms on the planet, responsible for...

Warning over invasive species that is fast-moving and costing this state millions of dollars

A single female can produce over 1 million eggs each year

The Asiatic Invader queens are here ! Got your trap?

Point of linguistic order Mme. All snakes are venomous to a greater or lessor degree: (of an animal, especially a snake) secreting venom, or capable of injecting venom by means of...

Ontario wineries concerned ‘dangerous’ spotted lanternfly could suck vineyards dry

The destructive insect, which is native to Asia, has already spread and wreaked havoc on 19 U.S. states since first detected in North America in 2014.

South Africa: A Billion Tiny Insects Are Getting the Better of the Hartbeespoort Hyacinth

[GroundUp] 350,000 hoppers were released last year. Scientists say the impact is visible

Insects Limited: PTL Multi-Species NoSurvivor Kit

The trademarked Plodia/Trogoderma/Lasioderma (PTL) Multi-Species Kit (IL-408-10) moth and beetle trap features Insects Limited’s signature pheromone Bullet Lures. <p>The post...

Are Leafy Greens with Insect Holes Safe to Eat?

Are leafy greens with bug holes okay to eat? They might be, but this is not the case if mammals have been nibbling on your crop. Shockingly, eating a raw slug or snail can also imp...

Invasive Insect Found on Costco Plants In Solano County Could Pose Threat to Napa Grapevines

Grapevines and citrus plants purchased at Costco stores in Vacaville and Fairfield, as well as in Napa and Sonoma counties, have been found to be harboring infestations of glassy-w...

Insecticides Gravely Threaten Honey Bee Gut Microbiome, Study Findings Expand on Previous Research

May 06, 2026 | Source: Beyond Pesticides (Beyond Pesticides, May 6, 2026) Adding to the wide body of science highlighting the adverse effects of pesticides on pollinators, as exte...

Miti-side-effects

Miticides kill Varroa. They also have detrimental side effects for the brood, workers, drones, and queen. Some of these side effects are more damaging than others, but many can be...

WARNING: Watch Out for These FUZZY BUGS on Your Next Disney World Trip

You need to stay away from these bugs in Florida!

Restoring Nature Action 5: Manage Mosquitoes Without Harming Pollinators

#mgnv #mastergardener #mosquitocontrol Action 5 in our Restoring Nature series offers strategies for managing mosquitoes without harming pollinators.