Aphids are found across nearly every cropping system, and their adaptability is part of what makes them so persistent. But ...

Attracting pests seems antithetical to a bountiful garden, but this is a strategic method that saves the majority of plants, ...

Between the last pass of the combine and the first field check of spring, soybean insects such as soybean aphid and bean leaf beetle are quietly positioning themselves for a comeback. What you do in ...

Hydrangeas can struggle for reasons that aren't always obvious, and subtle signs on leaves may point to a hidden issue ...

These five zucchini companion plants can help repel pests, attract beneficial insects, and suppress weeds without pesticides.

Imagine a pest that can arrive unannounced, suck your soybean plants dry and then double in numbers in two days. Behold the soybean aphid. This native of Eastern Asia can pack a heavy punch and knock ...

With spring planting underway, some gardeners are using sacrificial herbs to attract pests away from vegetables. Dill, parsley, basil, and mustard can function as trap crops, luring insects like ...

Pests like aphids and spider mites can quickly ruin a garden, but early detection makes them easier to manage. LSU Ag explains how to catch and control these pests before they become a problem.

Above: lady beetles are being released into Purdue greenhouses as a biological control agent. Photo by Purdue University. Some insects are pests, but not all insects are bad. Overwhelmingly, the ...

New Yorkers remain bugged over the recent swarm of tiny, winged insects that have infested the Big Apple. Although entomology experts insist the tiny aphids don’t pose any health risk, Gothamites are ...