A team that includes Rutgers University-New Brunswick scientists has unlocked some of the secrets of corn DNA, revealing how ...

One of the major downsides to the glorious summer sun is the sheer number of bugs that come with it. That is why pest experts ...

Researchers at Tel Aviv University have discovered that insects, such as female moths, can detect ultrasonic distress signals emitted by dehydrated tomato plants. This groundbreaking finding opens new ...

I run for reelection every week. Even though the editors appreciate the fact that I am a dead ringer for a young Brad Pitt and am occasionally correct on the difference between affect and effect, they ...

Gardeners can use a system called growing degree days to time pest control and planting more effectively. GDD measures heat accumulation to predict when plants and insects reach key stages of ...

The city of Burton is experiencing complaints about high mosquito populations despite partnering with APM Mosquito Control for weekly neighborhood spraying. Residents claim the mosquito problem is wor ...

Chicago has developed a reputation as one of America’s rattiest cities, with one pest control company ranking it first for ...

One of the easiest ways to repel mosquitoes from your next barbecue is by lighting a citronella candle. “Citronella candles ...

Wild pigs in South Monterey County are showing signs of ingesting a poison meant for rodents, commonly found in bait stations ...

The managers of Midway Square Townhomes has contractors lined up to begin fixing maintenance problems and pest infestations next week.

In Mexico, dogs like Hummer are crucial in detecting screwworm, a pest threatening livestock and trade. Trained at a ...

One of the most recognizable summer garden problems is powdery mildew, a fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants.