Of the many insect species that visit a vegetable garden, a small fraction are pests. Slugs, aphids, cabbage loopers, and ...

There are remedies that can rid veggies of common insects if applied at the first signs of activity, Don Kinzler writes.

There's nothing worse than bugs wreaking havoc on a garden you've put so much work into. It can surely give you a headache.

Rotating crops, using straw mulch, and adding companion plants to the garden are all great ways to prevent squash bugs from ruining your vegetables. If an infestation has already started, you can pick ...

In addition, nasturtiums are good trap plants for pest control, drawing the likes of aphids, flies, and flea beetles towards ...

Experts warn some vegetables may carry more germs and parasites during the rainy season. Choosing the right seasonal produce ...

Vegetable gardens are producing, and this is the time of year we begin to see disease and insect issues. Here are a few ...

Flea beetles can wreak havoc in the garden. These insects are recognized by their tiny, shiny bodies that are about the size ...

If you garden without pesticides, one of the best ways to manage pests is by keeping your plants healthy and encouraging backyard biodiversity to attract beneficial insects. At my house, I have a ...

Embracing chemical-free practices can turn modest plots into consistent sources of nutrition and income, making profitable ...

Picking up where traditional antibiotics are failing, two natural compounds have been shown effective in killing ...