Dog trainers are just one example of the kind of highly specialized USDA staff that have been removed from their stations in recent weeks. Teams devoted to inspecting plant and food imports have been ...

Tomatoes are a relatively easy crop to grow at home and gardeners don't need a huge amount of space to do it. In fact, they are one of the easiest plants to grow and tomato seeds that are sewn now ...

A diluted vinegar solution works wonders for cleaning the leaves without causing any damage. Gently wipe the leaves with this solution and it will remove dust and grime while also giving a slight ...

The United States has a long history of banning foods and drinks for various reasons. These once-banned ingredients are once again available in the US.

The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) has called for "bold and urgent action" to protect plant health.

Researchers have demonstrated a technique for successfully encapsulating bacteria that can then be stored and applied to plants to improve plant growth and protect against pests and pathogens. The ...

Travelling from Nigeria to the UK is an exciting experience, but it is important to be aware of the food items that are restricted ...

Malaria could be as dangerous to GIs in the Pacific theater of World War II as the enemy. To fight it, they used hammers and freon grenades.

With the arrival of spring, gardeners face the challenge of dealing with pests that can damage plants. A gardening expert has now shared a simple hack to keep ants at bay ...

Your concerns about butterflies are valid. Any insecticide used against ants and chinch bugs will hit other non-target insects, too. Since lawns are outdoors, we have to expect they’ll have a variety ...

Using tea bags in your garden once you've made your brew can help improve your garden's health and keep slugs, snails, cats and foxes away.

With warmer weather and increased rainfall, pest activity is ramping up and professionals say prevention now can save you ...