The emerald ash borer is an invasive beetle wreaking havoc on America's ash trees. We explain how it got here and how it is being tackled.

An invasive insect called the rice delphacid was a major problem for some farmers in 2025. With low prices for their crop and ...

Kissing bugs are nocturnal insects that can bite humans and animals, often when people are asleep. Their nickname is descriptive since they’re known for biting near the mouth or eyes, areas where skin ...

With insect farming projected to produce millions of tons of insects in the coming years, Arkansas Agricultural Experiment ...

This is no longer a Texas ratoon problem. The rice delphacid showed up across the Midsouth in September, and control options ...

Install insect netting immediately after transplanting seedlings or your seeds germinate to prevent common pests from ...

Flipping over a kale or zucchini leaf and finding a zillion aphids is the worst. Rather than reaching for chemical ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

Winter squash varieties with hard rinds are staples of comfort cooking when it's cold outside. They impart a sweet and earthy flavor and can be stored for a long time over the season. It might come as ...