Not the usual suspects: Research reveals novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops
If left unchecked, insect pests can devastate crops. To minimize damage and reduce the need for insecticide sprays, crops ...
Spiders forage for prey rich in specific nutrients depending on species, life stage and sex
A new field study of arachnid hunting behavior has shown that spiders forage for prey rich in specific nutrients, and their ...
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Non-chemical pest control options for managing insect pests on beans
July and August in the vegetable garden typically bring bountiful harvests of colorful vegetables. These are also the months when insect pests can really make their presence known, with plant and ...