They’re not as pretty as butterflies but moths and syrphid flies are also important pollinators; the flies will also go after pests.

In today's Budding Wisdom, Heidi Skinner writes about the two kinds of bugs: "the ones we love and the ones we loathe" and ...

Pueblo County CSU-Extension Office horticulture specialist Amanda Weidner writes about insects that are your allies in the ...

Neem oil disrupts the life cycle of many insect pests without harming beneficial insects when used correctly. As one gardener explains, “Neem Oil is your go-to for any small pests… Neem only affects ...

Their work extends beyond food to include beneficial insects for pollination, pest control, and ecosystem services. Despite the compelling benefits, cultural barriers remain. Many people ...

These pathways could increase the number of beneficial insects and humming birds in the city. “I’m excited to be taking action,” Johnson said.

“Beauty with benefits” is the concept of utilizing native flowering plants in and around croplands to enhance populations of beneficial insects to improve biological control of pests and pollination.

One significant benefit of companion planting is its ability to attract beneficial insects to the garden. These insects provide natural pest control, reducing the need for harmful pesticides and ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Dead leaves and plant stems left in the garden last winter provided a critical habitat for insects and pollinators overwintering ... those areas you can also have a lot of ...

Haley Catton, a research scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada at Lethbridge, says producers need to focus on conserving beneficial insects while simultaneously managing pest insects. “There ...