Common wasp species could be valuable at sustainably managing crop pests. Social wasps are effective predators that can manage pests on two high-value crops, maize and sugarcane, a new study published ...

WASPS can be a real nuisance in the summer – so it’s no wonder that many of us look forward to autumn when the colder weather means we’ll be seeing less and less of the pesky pests. Whilst wasps are ...

These insects naturally prey on all kinds of pests we don’t like, from mealyworms in Thailand to horseflies in North America. The way they work is, well, pretty gross: They lay their eggs directly ...

THERE’S nothing more annoying than trying to enjoy your garden in the summer, only to be attacked by flies and mosquitos. But one pest control pro has revealed a clever £1 hack to keep the pesky ...

Invisible to the naked eye, harmless to humans, and a natural enemy of pest insects, parasitic wasps roam the landscape in search of an unsuspecting host in which to lay their eggs. In addition to ...

Plus, how to identify ground wasp nests and prevent future infestations. Ground wasps often build hidden nests in sunny, dry areas. Natural remedies like diatomaceous earth and homemade vinegar traps ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jenny Jandt, Author provided What good are wasps? It’s a question we hear all the time. And, let’s face it, wasps are routinely ...

Gardeners who plant pollinator friendly gardens also get a bonus — insects that our allies in pest control — insect predators and parasites. We like to refer to them as "beneficials" or "good guys." ...

When cold weather sets in, it’s tempting to assume pest problems go into hibernation along with the garden. Unfortunately, ...