DALLESPORT, Wash. — Folklore suggests that garlic keeps vampires away. It also works against the invasive insect spotted wing drosophila, said Bridget Hatfield, a research scientist with Kemin Crop ...

Is it true that eating garlic or rubbing it on the skin can repel mosquitoes? It sounds plausible that garlic — a plant known for its pungent odor — would repel mosquitoes. Eating garlic, for instance ...

A pesky invasive plant creeping its way across Michigan forests has suddenly been faced with its natural insect enemy. Ecologists call it a bright spot in the war against invasive species in North ...

As spring ushers in warmer weather and outdoor gatherings, homeowners face the perennial challenge of mosquito control. While traditional methods like fly swatters, citronella candles, and mosquito ...

Chemical laden solutions like mosquito repelling sprays or coil can prove to be extremely detrimental to health.

A successful garden does not need a chemical arsenal to stay protected. The right plants can stand guard, release powerful scents, and send many common pests searching for an easier target. Instead of ...