The metro-east has seen plenty of precipitation recently and may have a rainy spring to come, and the wet conditions are expected to bring an increase in certain pest populations.

The first time I encountered Beech Leaf Disease was along the headwaters of the south branch of the Mehoopany Creek near its ...

Ticks are bothersome pests that can cause a myriad of problems, but a few spritzes or drops of this oil can safely keep them away from you and your property.

An early start to tick season is raising concerns across Connecticut, as experts warn that unusual weather patterns may be helping these pests survive and spread more ...

Swiss chard is one of the easiest vegetables to grow. It’s productive, heat- and cold-tolerant, and keeps producing from spring through fall.

Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, is a holistic approach that gardeners can use to reduce pesticides when managing insects, ...

Forests encompass around 40.6 million km2 of the Earth's surface, making them a vital component of our ecosystem. Not only do they contribute to reducing ...

Learn how fleas and ticks get indoors, how fast infestations explode, and the simple steps that shut them down before they bite ...

This shade tree makes a lovely addition to the yard. Unfortunately, it can come with a host of problems like pests, disease, and aggressive root systems.

To understand consumers’ attitudes toward a bioengineered crop pesticide for controlling Asian citrus psyllid, researchers are asking for volunteers to participate in focus groups in Riverside, ...

Despite the return of snow and cold this week, it’s the perfect time to start seedlings indoors so they’re ready to plant ...

An insidious disease has eliminated dozens of the world’s frog species. Scientists fear a similar plague could be coming for ...