The Spruce on MSN

Do crushed red pepper flakes really keep garden pests away? Here’s what an entomologist says

Key Points Crushed red pepper flakes may deter some pests, but are not a reliable solution for major infestations.Capsaicin in chili flakes can repel pests, but it degrades quickly and requires ...
Modesto Bee on MSN

Patterson parents raise concerns about student safety after school herbicide spraying

A community meeting was held to discuss the issue.

A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped?

The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) global health security programme, with responsibility for transboundary ...
AGDAILY

USDA approves new GMO corn trait aimed at corn rootworm control

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has deregulated Bayer’s new GMO corn trait designed to fight corn rootworm.

USDA Approves New GMO Trait Aimed at Corn Rootworm Control

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has deregulated Bayer's new GMO corn trait designed to fight corn rootworm. The post USDA ...
AgWeb

Betting on Biomass: How Two Farmers Turn Cover Crops Into Weed Control

In Illinois and Virginia, Frank Rademacher and Paul Davis lean on cereal rye, no-till and patience to keep waterhemp and ...
The Manila Times

Origin Agritech Names Global Crop Biotechnology Expert Dr. Jian Zhang to Board of Directors; Welcomes Return of Dr. Z. James Chen as Chief Financial Officer

Appointments Reinforce Deep Technical Expertise in Biotech R&D and Capital Markets Leadership as Origin Advances Its Commercial Pipeline ...