A little vinegar, essential oils and old-school glue traps can go a long way in keeping pests out of your home ...

Hummingbirds bring vibrant life to any garden, but they also attract a range of predators and pests that can threaten their ...

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the detection of a new invasive insect in ...

Apple and pear trees can thrive with the help of an underrated herb, which has several reasons for being an excellent ...

Prevent tree stress: The best way to prevent mealybugs is to avoid tree stress and irrigate during periods of drought, and ...

Gardening in a tight space can feel challenging, especially if you want to pick fresh fruit right outside your door. Not ...

Mediterranean oak borers (Xyleborus monographus) were first identified in the city of Sacramento last July. They target oaks ...

Brought to you by UC IPMs' Urban and Community TeamInvasive species are reshaping California’s natural and urban landscapes.

April 4, 2025 (San Diego) - The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) declared a citrus quarantine expansion in Valley Center on March 26, after detecting the fatal citrus tree ...

DON'T TOUCH! 🚫 If you’ve noticed fuzzy, leaf-like caterpillars around trees this season, you might have run into asp caterpillars — insects that look cute but can cause a lot of pain if touched.

The invasive dotted paropsine leaf beetle from Australia is rapidly spreading through Southern California, threatening local ...