One expert hopes a coordinated effort among beekeepers will get the situation under control, but a master beekeeper says ...

AMES, Iowa – Fruit and vegetable growers who adopt organic agriculture practices forgo some of the commonly used tools conventional farmers use to fight pests and disease, but Iowa State University ...

A bit of prevention goes a long way in minimizing insect and disease problems in the garden. A holistic approach known as "Plant Health Care" starts with proper plant selection and care and ends with ...

More 'intensive' beekeeping does not raise the risk of diseases that harm or kill the insects, new research suggests. More "intensive" beekeeping does not raise the risk of diseases that harm or kill ...

This week on Backyard Farmer we’ll check our garden for disease and insect pests. This week on Backyard Farmer we’ll check our garden for disease and insect pests. Host Kim Todd and the panel of ...

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) combines various methods to control garden pests and diseases, minimizing risks. Cultural controls involve good gardening practices to prevent pest and disease issues.

Horticultural oils work well on soft-bodied pests, and do not pose problems to bees unless they are sprayed directly on them, according to local beekeepers. Weeds can easily be hand pulled in the yard ...

Singapore’s reputation as one of the world’s cleanest cities is being put to the test by a surge in rodent and insect ...