The coconut mite (Aceria guerreronis) represents a formidable challenge to coconut production worldwide. This minute pest exploits the microhabitats afforded by coconut bracts, rendering conventional ...

From ducks to drones, Shane explores how farmers fight pests with nature — not chemicals. Host Shane Campbell-Staton meets the unlikely heroes of pest control—from 10,000 ducks in Thai rice fields to ...

Anisoplin, a new protein produced by a pathogenic fungus of insects and mites that provides new possibilities for the design of biotechnological tools to control pests, researchers have discovered.

The William & Mary greenhouse has started a new program to limit the use of chemicals by relying on predatory insects for pest control. It’s the biological equivalent of fighting fire with fire ⁠— and ...

Biologists have decoded the genetic blueprint of the two-spotted spider mite, raising hope for new ways to attack the major pest, which resists pesticides and destroys crops and ornamental plants ...

Last fall, MOTHER EARTH NEWS launched our Organic Pest Control Survey to learn more about the best organic pest control methods — and the not-so-great methods — when it comes to limiting insect damage ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from QLD News. Followed categories will be added to My News. Biosecurity Queensland said preliminary identification of varroa mite (Varroa destructor) was confirmed at ...

Biosecurity officials have for the first time found evidence of the world’s most feared bee pest in Queensland, at a Lockyer Valley property. Biosecurity Queensland said preliminary identification of ...