Pest Management

Uncover the dark secrets and cutting-edge tactics of pest management that could revolutionize your approach to battling unwanted invaders.

The Unseen Invasion: Rhopalosiphum oxyacanthae and Its Impact on Agriculture

Vince Vanguard

Learn about the significant agricultural impact of Rhopalosiphum oxyacanthae, the apple-grass aphid, and the sustainable strategies needed to combat this resilient pest.

The Curious Case of Anomala vitis: A Beetle with a Taste for Grapevines

Martin Sparks

Anomala vitis, a beetle with a preference for grapevines, poses significant challenges to vineyards due to its lifecycle and feeding habits.

The Tiny Insect Making Big Waves: Javesella Pellucida

KC Fairlight

Javesella pellucida, a tiny planthopper, significantly impacts agriculture by spreading plant diseases, highlighting the need for sustainable pest management strategies.

The Marvelous Moth: Cnaphalocrocis medinalis

Martin Sparks

Learn about the rice leaf folder, Cnaphalocrocis medinalis, a significant pest affecting rice crops in Asia and the innovative strategies to manage its impact on agriculture.

Dancing with the Yellow Stem Borer

KC Fairlight

The yellow stem borer, *Scirpophaga incertulas*, is a small but formidable insect impacting rice agriculture. As climate change and environmental consciousness rise, solutions for managing this pest spark debate.

Unveiling the Yellow Stem Borer: Scirpophaga incertulas and Its Dance with Rice

Martin Sparks

The Scirpophaga incertulas, commonly known as the Yellow Stem Borer, is an insect creature of fascinating complexity. Primarily found across the rice paddies of Asia, this pest has forged a centuries-long relationship with one of humanity's staple crops, challenging scientists and farmers alike.

Meet Galerucella lineola: The Leaf-Beetling Controversy Ignored by the Left

Vince Vanguard

Meet Galerucella lineola, a tiny leaf beetle with an outsized impact being ignored in favor of flashy climate agendas. This pest alters ecosystems, threatens agriculture, and is a disaster waiting to happen.