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#ecology #biodiversity #flowers #PestManagement

'In recent years, flower strips along fields and ditches have become popular both in Denmark and abroad. One of the purposes of the strips is to attract more predatory insects that can naturally control pests in the fields, rather than relying on pesticides. ... Overall, the results suggest that flower strips with just two different species increase the number of natural enemies by an average of 70 percent.'

https://news.ku.dk/all_news/2025/05/ox-eye-daisy-bellis-and-yarrow-flower-strips-with-at-least-two-sown-species-provide-70-percent-more-natural-enemies-of-pests/

Homeowners battle rising rat populations with new comprehensive guide offering expert strategies for identification, prevention, and elimination of urban rodent infestations #RatControl #PestManagement

Just published: How to get rid of ant hills, without starting a tiny insect apocalypse. Tired of ant hills taking over your yard? Discover the witty, wild, and weirdly effective ways to kick ants out – and keep your lawn yours.

https://open.substack.com/pub/funnybuttrue/p/how-to-get-rid-of-ant-hills?r=2kjx3z&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

#antcontrol, #ants, #pestcontrol, #antinfestation, #pestmanagement, #homepestcontrol, #diypestcontrol, #pestfree, #organicpestcontrol, #exterminator, #pestcontrolservice, #pestcontroltips

Cartoon ants on cartoon anthills inn a back yard.

Excited about our new #InnovateUK project, FLYTHRIVE, with Olombria, NRI, Asplins and Summerberry Company. Hoverflies are amazing: dual-purpose beneficial insects! They are good little #pollinators, and many species also help control aphids! The larvae of the aphid-eating #hoverflies are voracious little predators that will eat up to a few dozen aphids per day.

As UK #fruit growers are seeing more and more #pesticide products withdrawn from approval, they are getting much more interested in biological control methods to manage pests - such as predatory insects.

So the FLYTHRIVE project is all about developing a hoverfly-based system (supported by machine vision and odour lures) to give safe and efficient aphid control on soft fruit.

https://hortnews.com/flythrive-uses-ai-to-drive-natural-defences-and-deliver-value-to-growers/

#IPM #PestManagement #Syrphidae #SoftFruit #Horticulture #FoodSystems #AgriTech

Excited about our new project, FLYTHRIVE, with Olombria, NRI, Asplins and Summerberry Company. Hoverflies are amazing: dual-purpose beneficial insects! They are good little #pollinators, and many species also help control aphids! The larvae of the aphid-eating #hoverflies are voracious little predators that will eat up to a few dozen aphids per day.

https://hortnews.com/flythrive-uses-ai-to-drive-natural-defences-and-deliver-value-to-growers/

#PestManagement #IPM #Horticulture

New publication: #Climatechange consequences for insect pest management,
#sustainableagriculture and #foodsecurity.

#biodiversity #insectpests #pestmanagement #anthropogenicstress #habitatloss #pollution
https://doi.org/10.1127/entomologia/2024/2774

Figure 2 in Wakil et al. (2025): "Climate change effects on different pests and pest control methods, and its impact on food security and sustainable agriculture."

Laughing Squid: 18th Century Portuguese Library Employs Bats to Protect Their Priceless Manuscripts From Insects. “The famous Joanina Library at the University of Coimbra in Portugal employs bats to provide a natural pest repellent service to protect their priceless books and manuscripts from insect damage. The library, which is a gorgeous example of Baroque architecture, was built in 1717 […]

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/19/laughing-squid-18th-century-portuguese-library-employs-bats-to-protect-their-priceless-manuscripts-from-insects/

Ooooh...! Some really cool tips here! Well-thought out!

#ClimateChangeGardening: 12 strategies for a #resilient #garden

by Niki Jabbour

"#ClimateChange gardening is a set of tactics that make our yards and gardens more resilient to extreme weather as well as reduce our personal impacts on the climate. There are several ways to approach climate change gardening. You can use sustainable and organic gardening practices that put soil, #biodiversity, and #pollinators first. You can also plan to reduce plastic waste, up-cycle materials, and collect #rainwater.

3 reasons to care about climate change gardening

"Climate change gardening influences the health and success of your garden. When you nurture your soil, foster biodiversity, and support pollinators you create a garden that is more resilient to the challenges of climate change. Here are 3 reasons to care about climate change gardening.

- Extreme weather – The impact of weather related challenges like droughts, storms, precipitation, flooding, and above or below normal temperatures can be reduced with climate change gardening strategies.
- Pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects – Climate change can affect pollinators and birds in various ways. Weather extremes can impact migration timing and success, host plant growth and bloom time, disease and pest issues, and habitat and food supply.
- Non-native invasive pests and plants – With a longer growing season, invasive plants, pests, and diseases will move north and potentially affect plant health and crop yields."

Perhaps some time invested in figuring out just how much is it safe to use? 🤔

#PestManagement #PestControl #Boom

New on Entomology Today: Subterranean termites foraging in soil treated with liquid termiticide are killed quickly—perhaps too quickly. A new study shows that the accumulation of dead termites soon leads remaining termites to avoid the area. This "secondary repellency" leaves the rest of the colony unaffected, meaning damage may potentially be postponed or redirected elsewhere. #insects #entomology #termites #PestManagement https://entomologytoday.org/2024/08/08/common-termite-management-tool-death-zone-limits-effect-colonies-secondary-repellency/

Benefits of Protected Farming

1. Extended Growing Seasons 🌱
2. Protection from Harsh Weather ☔
3. Enhanced Pest and Disease Management 🐛
4. Optimal Growing Conditions 🌞
5. Water Efficiency 💧
6. Improved Crop Quality and Yield 📈
7. Reduced Use of Chemical Inputs 🌍
8. Innovation and Technology Integration 🚀

#ProtectedFarming #AgricultureInnovation #SustainableFarming #Farmers #Growers #AgrodomeProjectsLLP #HigherYields #BetterQuality #WaterEfficiency #PestManagement #OptimalConditions

What are the benefits of greenhouse farming?
Benefits of Greenhouse Farming:
1. Controlled Environment 🌡️
2. Extended Growing Seasons 🌱
3. Protection from Extreme Weather ☔
4. Efficient Pest and Disease Management 🦠
5. Water Efficiency 🚿
6. Higher Quality and Yield 📈
7. Innovation and Sustainability 🌍

#NethouseFarming #GreenhouseFarming #AgricultureInnovation #SustainableFarming #Farmers #Growers #AgrodomeProjectsLLP #HigherYields #BetterQuality #WaterEfficiency #PestManagement #OptimalCondition

What are the benefits of nethouse?
Benefits of Nethouse Farming:
1. Cost-Effective Protection 💰
2. Enhanced Air Circulation 🌬️
3. Pest and Bird Control 🐛🐦
4. UV Protection ☀️
5. Versatility 🌾
6. Reduced Water Usage 💧

#NethouseFarming #GreenhouseFarming #AgricultureInnovation #SustainableFarming #Farmers #Growers #AgrodomeProjectsLLP #HigherYields #BetterQuality #WaterEfficiency #PestManagement #OptimalConditions

Feel free to drop your questions or share your experiences in the comments below.

Pet-Safe Pest Control:

Pet owners, ensure your pest control options are safe for your furry friends.

Always check with the pros! 🐾

#PetSafe #PestManagement

Anticoagulant poisons will not only kill unwanted rodents, but also the predators that eat them. Michael Charnofsky urges Alamedans who wish to treat rodent issues to choose an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy and outlines how to get started.

https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/protect-wildlife-in-our-neighborhoods-avoid-rat-poison/

#alameda #birds #PestManagement

Squirrels get on my nerves, only because I can tell they think they are hot shit.

I kinda want to trap them just to bring them down a peg or two.

#squirrel #squirrels #pestControl #pestManagement #rodent

Control of Asian ambrosia beetle (#Euwallaceafornicatus) means extensive tree felling in #Perth. This invasive insect could be devastating for Australian tree species and ecologies.

“As the borer has only been detected in Perth, the window of opportunity is open now. Let’s make sure we have the best plan of attack so we can achieve eradication.”

#InvasiveSpecies #PestManagement

https://theconversation.com/australias-shot-hole-borer-beetle-invasion-has-begun-but-we-dont-need-to-chop-down-every-tree-under-attack-222610

Getting rid of bed bugs: Trickier than ever
https://knowablemagazine.org/content/article/health-disease/2024/where-did-bed-bugs-come-from-how-to-get-rid-of-them #bedbugs #bed—bugs #pesticides #resistant #eradicatrion #pestmanagement

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