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- In 1500s, Spanish explorers introduced pigs into North America. Now areas where they roam free have fewer invasive species
- How to use aluminium foil in the garden: 6 surprisingly useful ways gardeners use this to protect plants, reflect light and deal with pests.Aluminum foil is a versatile tool for gardeners, offering a range of cost-effective solutions. For instance, reflective ground cover enhanc...16 Aug, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
- Since 1997, Florida has released Australian insects to help control melaleuca in the Everglades; its invaded range has shrunk by nearly 75% alongside herbicide and mechanical removalIn Florida's Everglades, Australian insects played a crucial role in curbing the spread of invasive melaleuca trees. By targeting these tre...14 Aug, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
- No rodents in California vineyards? Barn owls point to a new future for American farming as ‘fear effect’ cuts pests by up to 52% without poisonCould barn owls offer a new future for farming in America? New research in California vineyards found that areas with more active barn owls...04 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- Climate shift threatens Nilgiris tea plantations, says UPASI officialRising temperatures and erratic weather challenge Nilgiris tea plantations significantly. Super El Nino conditions exacerbate these climate...29 Jul, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
- In the early 2000s, researchers found that holding their breath for days helps insects stay aliveMore than twenty years after those early studies attracted attention, scientists continue investigating how insects breathe, survive, and a...27 Jul, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
- Fruit Fly problems: Homemade simple red wine vinegar trap and importance of preventionFruit flies may be small, but they can become a persistent problem if ignored. A homemade trap using red wine vinegar or apple cider vinega...02 Jul, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
- 18 koalas moved to Kangaroo Island in the 1920s; a century on, 27,000 descendants are stripping eucalyptus bare and risk mass starvationKoalas are overpopulating in South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges. This boom threatens eucalyptus forests, their food source. Scientists pr...15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- Weather swings, monsoon risks, and the growing threat to mango, apple cropsThe agriculture industry has evolved historically through adaptation and resilience, and now it is time to speed up this transformation, em...01 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
- Where Do Bed Bugs Originate From and How to Prevent Them?Bed bugs, ancient pests originating from bats, have plagued humans for millennia. Despite a 20th-century decline due to pesticides, they've...13 Apr, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
- How the Pros Get Rid of Ants IndoorsProfessional ant control focuses on understanding colony behavior, not just surface-level extermination. Experts utilize scientifically pro...13 Apr, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
- Why Are There Almost No Mosquitoes at Disney World? The Science Behind ItWalt Disney World employs a sophisticated environmental engineering strategy to combat mosquitoes, focusing on preventing breeding by manag...03 Mar, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
- Tea Board for effective adoption of food safety standards by industryThe Tea Board is urging the tea industry to adopt food safety standards. This move aims for long-term sustainability and worker welfare. Ne...10 Nov, 2025, 10.33 AM IST
- Bayer launches BICOTA rice pest control product in IndiaBayer AG is set to launch BICOTA in India. This new product helps rice farmers fight stem borer pests. BICOTA will be available in 11 state...09 Jun, 2025, 04.19 PM IST
- Biologicals "at forefront" of agricultural shift, says Syngenta India chiefSyngenta India's head Susheel Kumar highlighted the transformative potential of biologicals in ensuring food security at the BioAg World Co...23 Apr, 2025, 04.16 PM IST
- Andaman farmer 'Nariyal Amma' receives Padma Shri for innovative organic coconut plantationKamachi Chellammal, 'Nariyal Amma,' a 67-year-old farmer from Andaman, receives the Padma Shri for her innovative organic coconut plantatio...26 Jan, 2024, 03.54 PM IST
- Bayer CropScience adds 2% as Cinven to buy environmental biz for $2 billion“This divestment represents a very attractive purchase price and allows us to focus on our core agricultural business and the successful im...11 Mar, 2022, 09.59 AM IST
- How to limit pesticide use in vegetablesMake it a habit to always choose seasonal fruit and vegetables as they are less likely to be exposed to too much chemical treatment.29 Nov, 2016, 10.47 AM IST
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