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Invasive bug confirmed in Georgia for the 1st time. What happens next?

Invasive bug confirmed in Georgia for the 1st time. What happens next?

Georgia has a new invasive species to deal with: The pasture mealybug. It's not as big or scary-looking as the Argentine tegu, but it is a problem.
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Not Pansies: The Old-Fashioned Purple Flowers Gardeners Still Love To Grow

Not Pansies: The Old-Fashioned Purple Flowers Gardeners Still Love To Grow

Like many trends, some classic flowers stand the test of time. Since they were brought to the U.S. centuries ago, this flower has been a staple in home gardens.
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Stop invasive bamboo from taking over your garden

Stop invasive bamboo from taking over your garden

Running bamboo is an invasive nightmare. Learn how to identify the plant and safely remove it from your property.
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Mulch Vs Wood Chips: What's The Difference And Why Does It Matter?

Mulch Vs Wood Chips: What's The Difference And Why Does It Matter?

Mulch helps with moisture retention, weeds, and temperature. But within the category of mulch, there are types of it, and it can matter to what you grow.
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Texas to Open New Screwworm Fly Production Facility by 2027 Amid Resurgence Concerns

Texas to Open New Screwworm Fly Production Facility by 2027 Amid Resurgence Concerns

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is actively combating a resurgence of the New World screwworm, which reappeared in the U.S. in June after decades of absence. The USDA has already released over 1 billion sterile flies to suppress wild populations. To bolster these efforts, a new U.S. plant in Texas is scheduled to commence operations in spring 2027. This facility aims to produce approximately 100 million sterile screwworm flies per week by the end of 2027, with plans to scale up production to 300 million flies per week by the end of 2028. The strategy involves releasing large numbers of sterile male flies to mate with wild females, which typically mate only once, thereby preventing the production of viable offspring and causing the wild population's breeding cycle to collapse. This method has proven effective in past eradication campaigns, including the 1966 U.S. eradication and the 2017 Florida Keys outbreak. Most of the 49 confirmed cases of screwworm by September 9 have been recorded in Texas, ...
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Basketball’s Hall of Fame Later Honored the Historic 1960 Olympic Team

Basketball’s Hall of Fame Later Honored the Historic 1960 Olympic Team

The 1960 United States men's Olympic basketball team stands as a monumental achievement in the history of the sport, often cited as one of the grea...
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Container Gardening Requires Specific Care to Avoid Common Pitfalls

Container Gardening Requires Specific Care to Avoid Common Pitfalls

Container Gardening Requires Specific Care to Avoid Common Pitfalls
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USDA Advances Sterile Fly Strain to Combat New World Screwworm Outbreak

USDA Advances Sterile Fly Strain to Combat New World Screwworm Outbreak

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is actively working to enhance its response to the New World Screwworm (NWS) outbreak by expanding sterile fly production and developing a new, more efficient strain. The NWS, a parasitic fly that lays eggs in the wounds of warm-blooded animals, has recently re-emerged in the U.S., posing a threat to livestock and wildlife. The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists, in collaboration with university partners, have developed NovoFly™, an all-male strain of sterile screwworm flies. This strain is designed to make the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) more efficient by producing only male flies, which are the primary agents in preventing reproduction of wild females. Currently, the COPEG facility in Panama produces approximately 100 million sterile flies per week, and additional production capacity is being developed in Mexico and at Moore Air Base in Texas. The goal is to reach or exceed the 500 million sterile flies released weekly during the previous U....
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'Squish it.' Spotted lanternfly population found in SW Michigan

'Squish it.' Spotted lanternfly population found in SW Michigan

Michigan officials say if you find this colorful insect, squish it. Invasive lanternfly expands in state.
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Vertex Pest Control Identifies Indian Meal Moths as Primary Pantry Pest, Offers Identification Tips

Vertex Pest Control Identifies Indian Meal Moths as Primary Pantry Pest, Offers Identification Tips

Vertex Pest Control reports that almost all pantry moths are Indian meal moths (Plodia interpunctella), which infest pantries and kitchen cabinets due to darkness, undisturbed packages, and concentrated carbohydrate-rich food. These conditions create an optimal environment for their lifecycle, which can complete in 40–55 days at 80°F, leading to 7–9 generations annually. Adults lay eggs directly on or inside food packaging, and larvae develop hidden in items like cereal boxes and flour bags. Infestations are a year-round indoor problem in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, with birdseed and grain products from local farm-supply stores being common introduction routes. Vertex Pest Control also provides guidance on distinguishing pantry moths from clothes moths, noting differences in wing patterns, larval locations, and damage types.
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Mint Plants Become 'Leggy' Due to Insufficient Light, Requiring Trimming and Relocation

Mint Plants Become 'Leggy' Due to Insufficient Light, Requiring Trimming and Relocation

Mint Plants Become 'Leggy' Due to Insufficient Light, Requiring Trimming and Relocation
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Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana Introduces MasterChef Junior Collaboration and Enhanced Family Amenities

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana Introduces MasterChef Junior Collaboration and Enhanced Family Amenities

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana Introduces MasterChef Junior Collaboration and Enhanced Family Amenities