Discover why using parasitoid wasps for pest control remains resilient against resistance, offering a safer alternative to chemical pesticides.

A natural pest trap; Because of danger of chemicals, experts are advising use of such for controlling pest infestation on the farm. The use of agricultural chemicals to control insect pests and ...

When fields of oilseed rape are exposed to diesel exhaust and/or ozone -- both found in emissions from diesel burning vehicles and industry -- the number of parasitic insects available to control ...

Research led by Dr Mia McGowan, of the University's Faculty of Natural Sciences, studied the glasshouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ), a common sap-feeding insect, and the Encarsia formosa ...

For most humans, ants are a nuisance. But while you may fret about them munching on your meal, according to a new study, ants actually might help to protect our food from other insect pests. In a new ...

As global food demand continues to increase, effective pest control remains one of agriculture's most pressing challenges. Worldwide, farmers apply nearly 4 million tons of chemical pesticides ...

Ludhiana: Scientists have unveiled a solar-powered insect trap designed to reduce pesticide use and protect farmer health, potentially reshaping pest control across the country's agricultural ...

An Arizona farm owner has captured a surprising moment on video, showing her chickens taking on pest control duties much like cats. The clip quickly went viral online, leaving internet users both ...

The use of agricultural chemicals to control insect pests and diseases in crops is the most effective method. However, with the increase of lifestyle diseases like cancer linked to the use of ...