Whilst a blueberry with a fungal infection might end up in most people’s compost bin, for a team of researchers in the US, it has provided a key to tackling the unsustainable use of insecticides. In a ...

Using orange peels in your garden won't reliably keep pests away—their scent fades quickly, which kills their effectiveness. Experts warn citrus peels might even attract unwanted visitors like slugs ...

(Beyond Pesticides, January 15, 2026) “Birds and bats consumed over 87 rice pest species in West African lowland rice fields,” according to a recent study published in Agriculture, Ecosystems & ...

Researchers have decoded the genomes of 87 Hypocreales fungi strains, uncovering over 5,000 biosynthetic gene clusters—nearly ...

For many, the thought of bugs in their garden calls for instant action. Master Gardener Diana Wisen, however, believes in starting with holistic approaches that keep not only plants safe, but also the ...