A backyard should feel like a relaxing escape, not a buffet line for unwanted insects and critters. Yet small everyday habits ...

Key Points Orange peels shouldn't be thrown in the landfill since they can benefit the garden.Orange peels are rich in nutrients like nitrogen and potassium, which improve plant health.They should be ...

Insect pros say flies are attracted to odors, food sources, and even certain types of porch lights attract flies.

Key Points Pests seek out moisture, so eliminate standing water first and foremost.Stacked firewood and cardboard boxes ...

Here are eight possible sources that attract wasps to your yard, plus some tips for getting rid of these stinging bugs.

While a decrease in insects as the weather cools is a plus to many people, Texans should keep in mind that beneficial insects in gardens and yards could use a little help. "Although many insects die ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - After the recent discover of an invasive pest on the Garden Isle, Kauai residents are being asked to check their compost piles and green waste. Agriculture officials want ...

According to the city, an anonymous complaint alleged that her compost pile was attracting rats. She felt blindsided. No ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - An invasive pest has been found in compost bags on Maui, according to the state Department of Agriculture. A single dead coconut rhinoceros beetle was found Monday at a Maui ...

Composting is one of the most effective ways to manage livestock manure and convert the waste into a valuable soil amendment. With fertiliser prices soaring almost every month, making own compost ...