The reed leafhopper (Pentastiridius leporinus) was originally a specialist, limited exclusively to reed grass as a food ...

Insects play a crucial role in maintaining ecosystems and supporting life on Earth. While some insects damage crops, cause ...

A balcony garden can be a natural shield against pests when filled with plants that release protective scents and oils. These ...

Insects that feed on starch can find veritable feasts in corn, pea, and bean crops or warehouses. It is no coincidence that the ancestors of these commercial plants developed α-amylase inhibitor ...

Cockroaches, often seen as pests, play a vital role in ecosystems. These resilient insects are crucial for nutrient recycling ...

Conditions have turned much wetter after storm Claudia late last week, leaving many fields too wet to travel on. Fortunately, ...

Insect populations are in steep decline, which could endanger the food supply. But there are things we can do to reverse the ...

The latest data shows that the number of flying insects sampled on vehicle number plates, across the UK, has fallen by a staggering 63% since 2021. Insects are critical to ecosystem functioning and ...

Potassium is a common need for plants, and if you enjoy eating bananas, you already have a great source of this nutrient that ...

A peer-reviewed study by The Insect Institute has raised concerns over the perception of large-scale insect farming as a ...