Studies suggest that seeds coated with neonicotinoid insecticides may harm nontarget insects, mammals and birds. In response, states are starting to restrict use of these products.| Modern Farmer
“Soil health” is a recurring refrain for the sustainable agriculture movement, and it is, at least according to some farmers, what the organic movement| Modern Farmer
If you're confused about this latest chapter in the ongoing good-versus-evil debate about genetically engineered crops, you're not alone.| Modern Farmer
Integrated pest management, or IPM, is a process you can use to solve pest problems while minimizing risks to people and the environment. IPM can be used to manage all kinds of pests anywhere–in urban, agricultural, and wildland or natural areas. | ipm.ucanr.edu
Pesticide resistance can develop over time when pesticides with the same mode of action (same way of affecting pests) are repeatedly applied in the same area. Resistance occurs when a pesticide exhibits reduced effectiveness or no longer controls the pest population at the formerly effective rate. If the pesticide or others with the same mode of action continue to be applied, eventually not even higher rates or more frequent applications provide control. At this point the pest population beco...| ipm.ucanr.edu
Planting flowers will encourage many beneficial insects because they need nectar and pollen as adults. To learn more about which flowers are best for supporting natural enemies, including parasites and parasitoids, read this article...| Wisconsin Horticulture
