1. There are two types of insect pests, chewing and sucking. With the exception of grasshoppers, katydids, and crickets, which are chewing insects, most of the insect pests we see suck sap from plants ...

Snails and slugs are common pests in gardens. They belong to the mollusk family along with oysters, and they crawl along over a thin layer of slime that they produce to ease their way. Snails carry a ...

Marigolds, belonging to the sunflower family and known by the genus name Tagetes are vibrant flowers native to Central and South America. These plants are now cultivated globally, and thrive as ...

Spring and summer are often associated with some of the more "buggy" months, when you have to deal with pests around your home and garden. As temperatures begin to decline, you might get some relief ...

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Finding tiny black bugs in the house, especially near windows, can be an unsettling ...

This study systematically evaluates the effects of straw returning practices—specifically the timing, depth, and amount—on the occurrence of major maize diseases (northern leaf blight and ear rot), ...