Bacterial speck is a common disease that affects tomatoes and can result in lower yields for growers. A new study led by ...

A common soil fungus could help farmers reduce their reliance on synthetic fungicides, new research suggests, by producing natural airborne chemicals that suppress devastating plant diseases.

I saw your recent column about tomato fruitworms, and was wondering if this pest also eats leaves. The leaves of one of my tomato plants are being eaten by something. A couple of the branches now ...

Eggshells get a lot of hype in gardening circles, and for good reason. They are a natural source of calcium, biodegradable, and an easy way to repurpose kitchen waste. But here is the truth many ...

Wiggling worms are not the most glamorous members of the garden, but they’re one of the most essential. “Worms can do many ...

Worm castings, commonly known as vermicompost, are a remarkable byproduct produced by worms as they break down organic materials, including dead leaves, kitchen scraps, and other organic matter. As ...

Most earthworms in Pennsylvania are not native and were introduced from Europe, often via soil used as ballast in early ships. While beneficial for gardens and lawns, these introduced earthworms can ...

Sonoma County is about to roll out the red carpet for some unlikely celebrities: worms. With two composting workshops on the calendar this fall, locals have a chance to see firsthand how these slim, ...

So, how did your garden grow? It was quite a year weatherwise, complete with plenty of heat and rain with a pleasantly surprising cool spell here and there. If you are rolling in tomatoes right now, I ...