This story was originally published by Honolulu Civil Beat and is republished with permission. Mohsen Ramadan’s name is stamped on the corner of a yellowing copy of… Read More
RANCHO CORDOVA — The discovery of nine oriental fruit flies in one Northern California city has the state and local authorities in eradication mode.
The non-native insects are found… Read More
Discover the remarkable Mulberry tree, a genus known scientifically as Morus. This profile explores the rich history and diverse uses of the white, red, and black varieties of this tree… Read More
Agricultural officials in California placed parts of Los Angeles County under a produce quarantine last week after several invasive Tau fruit flies were discovered. According to a late July… Read More
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Posted by Cecilia Sequeira, Public Affairs Specialist, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in Animals Research and Science
Apr 27, 2023
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Passion fruit is a delicious and nutritious tropical fruit that can be grown in Australia with some care and attention. Its vines aren't just about the fruit; they're a spectacle in themselv… Read More
Are you looking for ways to improve your gardening techniques and find the best companions for your magnificent oregano plants?
Countless gardeners have learned the value of strategic co… Read More
Here in Florida, it feels like we can’t open the door without lizards scampering across the pavement. Occasionally, these little lizards get somewhere they’re not supposed to be… Read More
Adding oregano to your garden could benefit more than just your taste buds. Its strong aroma and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent companion for many edible crops, including other… Read More
And Spiders
For decades, insects—both morphology and intelligence—have influenced robot design.
In the 1980s and 90s, Rodney Brooks and his students at MIT made various rea… Read More
Not all vegetables know how to play nice with others. Beets, however, are exceptionally cooperative when it comes to companion planting. In many cases, they grow even better with friends!… Read More
The poor development of agriculture in the western part of the Republic of South Africa can be attributed to several factors:
Limited Water Resources: The western part of South Africa, pa… Read More
As summertime approaches, those nasty little bugs come flying and crawling in to ruin all the fun of the warm weather. From ants, to mosquitos, to fleas, it seems like no matter how hard you… Read More
Identifying Tiny Bugs in Your House Near the Window:
Knowing what type of tiny bugs you have in your house near the window can be a bit tricky and, if not identified properly, could result i… Read More
How CRISPR could help save crops from pest devastation
Less than a decade after it was first identified in California, an invasive insect called the glassy-winged sniper had turned the b… Read More
The Mexican bean beetle (Epilachna varivestis) is a pest of bean crops that can cause significant economic damage if left unchecked. While there are many methods of controlling this pest, s… Read More
There are several different factors that can cause the leaves on a pepper plant to curl, but all of them are harmful to the plant’s production capabilities and need to be rectified in… Read More
Pepper plants, Capsicum sp., can be a difficult yet rewarding species to cultivate. They require long growing periods and specific conditions to produce fruit; and, if those conditions are w… Read More
Pest control is an important part of any garden or property. Not only do pests damage plants, they can also pose a health risk to humans if not properly handled. Here are some tips on how to… Read More
How do you take care of a paw paw tree?
The pawpaw is native to the eastern United States.It’s hardy to USDA Zone 5.The soils have a pH of 5.5 to 7.0.As long as it gets enough water an… Read More
Onions are amazingly easy to grow. Onion is a high-yielding crop. Onion (Allium cepa L.), also called bulb Onion or common Onion, is a vegetable that is the most cultivated variety of the Al… Read More
Our fascination with history shows no sign of fading. We consistently flip through volumes of dusty books to learn more about our past and understand our influence on the world. When we read… Read More
Sometimes, when we see insects in our homes in small numbers, we tend to pay no heed to that. But there is always a high probability it could turn into a massive infestation within a short p… Read More
To get rid of these other insects, use flypaper, bug spray, and, most importantly, keep the garage free from any dirt. Vegetation attracts spiders and serves as a perfect web spinning place… Read More
The Natural History Museum has just announced the winners of its Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, and the images are as stunning as always.
The 57th edition of the contest saw… Read More
There's always something new you can learn. Something that can broaden your horizons. You just have to know where to look.
One of the places that offer a never-ending flow of knowledge is t… Read More
NBC 10 PhiladelphiaScientists say that the Emerald Ash Borer beetle and Spotted Lantern Fly are destroying trees in the Philadelphia region. The beetle eats through ash trees and leaves eggs… Read More
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We had no idea what to expect when Ecoventura invited us to join their small ship Galapagos cruise in 2011. All we knew… Read More