There are several pests that must be controlled in the early part of the summer to ensure your plants reach their potential. The first, and possibly the most important, pests are weeds. Weeds compete ...

Moreover, says Tony King, pest control expert at The Pied Piper Pest Control, "Getting rid of pests in a vegetable garden is so difficult because you are dealing with an open system that is in ...

Use natural pest control before using chemical sprays. Attack from insect pests tops the problems farmers encounter frequently in vegetable production. When identified early, managing the insects can ...

These simple strategies help keep bugs at bay without harsh sprays so you can grow a healthy harvest. Of the many insect species that visit a vegetable garden, a small fraction are pests. Slugs, ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Instead, she plants three of her favorite plants to repel pests from your veggies. They are pretty and add color to the garden. But they will also keep bugs away and, in the process, increase your ...

Researchers, growers and Industry specialists from 22 countries are sharing the latest research into the use of Brassica species, such as mustard, radish, or rapeseed, to manage soil-borne pests and ...

CORVALLIS – Freshly planted and carefully tended, vegetable gardens can quickly become a magnet for trouble. Problems seem to spring up overnight. Weeds, for instance, can overtake a garden in days.

While incentive-based programs have had many success stories in helping to regulate air quality, control pollution, and protect wildlife and fisheries, they may not be the answer to controlling ...