When cold weather sets in, it’s tempting to assume pest problems go into hibernation along with the garden. Unfortunately, ...

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Old water oaks (Quercus nigra) are prone to developing decay in their trunks as they age. Because of this, their life expectancy is generally considered to be about 60 years — they have the shortest ...

Insects may play a role in transmitting pathogens in heath care settings, according to findings from a systematic review.The review of 73 studies from around the globe uncovered “limited but ...

Farmers in Louisiana are going toe-to-toe with some nasty enemies: apple snails that clog crawfish traps while laying ...

When cold weather sets in, it's tempting to assume pest problems go into hibernation along with the garden. Unfortunately, winter doesn't drive pests away. As temperatures drop, many insects and ...

When Joshua trees bloom too early, moths aren't able to pollinate them as intended, resulting in fewer seedlings, and ...

Berks County is divided into three jurisdictions: Reading, Muhlenberg Township and the rest of the county. Reading and Muhlenberg Township have their own food safety inspectors and the rest of the ...

An IAEA international research project has developed improvements to the sterile insect technique that are applicable to a wide range of insect pests. These improvements could red ...

The spotted knapweed appears as a purple flower, but is an invasive weed that damages ecosystems. MDARD is seeking public ...

February can be a tricky month for gardeners across North America. With its unpredictable weather and lingering winter chill, ...

Thrips are tiny pests that feed on houseplants and can eventually destroy them. Manually removing thrips with one of two main ...