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Pets
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Lizards not welcome in Cupertino yard, but is that a mistake?

Blood products do not deter lizards; larger lizards may be attracted to them.
fromHomebuilding
1 week ago

Wasps completely ruined my sunny garden weekend, so I spoke to pest control experts, and they gave me 5 tips on fixing the problem

Using a spray bottle, mix together a solution of water, a few tablespoons of washing up liquid and a few drops of an essential oil such as peppermint, lavender or clove oil. Lightly spritz this across your garden, focusing on any established wasp nests or places you've seen them frequently.
Food & drink
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Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Houseplant clinic: should I be worried by tiny spiders' on my plants?

Spider mites harm orchids by feeding on sap, causing yellowing leaves and weakening plants.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC teams expand war on rats with noxious gas strategy in street tree beds

NYC's new strategy involves using carbon monoxide to combat rats in tree beds, part of a broader pest management initiative.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Farmers Harmed by the Trump Administration

Researchers have developed resistant sorghum varieties, significantly reducing the impact of sugarcane aphids on U.S. crops.
#ant-control
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

This Pantry Staple Will Help Get Rid Of Ants In Your Kitchen Once And For All (It's Not Baking Soda) - Tasting Table

fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

This Pantry Staple Will Help Get Rid Of Ants In Your Kitchen Once And For All (It's Not Baking Soda) - Tasting Table

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Europe news
fromModern Farmer
3 months ago

This Dreaded Agricultural Pest is Back: How Farmers Are Fighting It

The European corn borer's resurgence requires farmers to swiftly adapt control strategies to mitigate crop damage.
#mosquito-control
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago
Public health

How one California county plans to sterilize mosquitoes to limit pest's spread of disease

Mosquito season in California has begun, and efforts are being made to control mosquito populations.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
California

How a tiny fish is taking on mosquitoes in East Bay and making a big difference

Tiny mosquitofish effectively eliminate mosquito larvae in standing water, providing a natural solution for pest control.
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fromHomebuilding
3 months ago

Warning over viral 'hack' of using mothballs to stop pigeons on your roof - plus, what to do instead

Mothballs are sometimes purported to be a way to keep pigeons off your roof, but they are neither effective nor reliable when used for repelling these birds.
Renovation
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