Biological control involves the utilisation of natural predators, parasites and pathogens to suppress pest populations, while Integrated Pest Management (IPM) combines biological methods with cultural ...

Discussing the use of pesticides in the garden can generate strong reactions in some gardeners. Used properly, pesticides can be helpful, but if overused or used improperly, they can be harmful to the ...

Harmful insect pests can cause billions of dollars’ worth of damage to food and livestock and transmit diseases such as malaria or the Zika virus. Finding ways to effectively control these insect ...

A well-kempt landscape doesn’t just happen, but it takes more than mowing, edging and raking leaves. Insects, weeds, pests and plant diseases are common parts of gardening. There was a ...

Preventing and eliminating pest infestations in multifamily housing is critical for protecting your tenants and your property’s reputation. No one wants to live in a building where there is even a ...

Throughout history, people have had to fight insect pests to reduce diseases, minimize food losses, protect agricultural trade or simply to avoid the nuisance of stinging, biting and buzzing bugs.

Coimbatore: The agriculture department wants coconut farmers in the district to implement integrated pest management methods to control rhinoceros beetle and red palm weevil. The pests are posing a ...

In order to promote eco-friendly pest management in Nepal, the government has accorded high priority to it through its policies. There is good scope for producing plant-based pesticides, which may one ...