Scientists turned discarded aloe vera waste peels into natural insecticides that may help protect crops, reduce pollution, ...

As well as a pungent smell, tea tree oil contains the compound terpinen-4-ol, thought to be a natural insecticide. Many essential oils are used to get rid of bed bugs, but we think tea tree oil ...

A study finds plant bug species at risk from neonicotinoids, adding to the scientific literature regarding the ongoing insect apocalypse.

Being also a persistent organic pollutant, it has been banned in the U.S. and many other countries (4) Did you know that pesticides have been linked to a wide range of human health hazards ...

Water can't get rid of all those pesticides. This is because some produce, like apples, soak the chemicals inside, making it impossible to wash off. Some opt for the organic ingredients but ...

Jussieu), pyrethrin formulated with piperonyl butoxide and certain synthetic organic pyrethroid, carbamate, organophosphorus and chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticides were applied to mixed lifestage ...

MIT researchers and AgZen developed a spray technology that boosts droplet retention, reduces pesticide waste, and lowers ...

Grassroots advocacy for nontoxic landscaping practices are gaining momentum thanks to proven methods being used nationally. At the forefront of the movement are many Orange County parents and local ...