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11/08/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Scientists investigate the use of various botanical extracts as natural insecticides

A new research paper looks into natural means of pest control for horn flies (Haematobia irritans) and stable flies (Stomoxys calcitrans) that harm domestic cattle. The paper identifies a number of plants that could potentially manage these biting flies without using dangerous chemical insecticides. The study was supported by the Agricultural Research Service. It was published in […]

11/03/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

An organic compound found in chrysanthemums can control the rosy apple aphid

A study published in Biological Agriculture & Horticulture tells of how pyrethrins, natural compounds found in chrysanthemums, effectively kill rosy apple aphids, providing organic farmers with additional means to control the pests and to prevent them from becoming an even worse problem. Rosy apple aphids can be a significant headache for organic apple farmers. When […]

10/23/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Pyrethrins are a good alternative for controlling rosy apple aphid in apple trees

Rosy apple aphids cause permanent and costly damage to apple trees. A study published in Biological Agriculture & Horticulture has suggested that pyrethrin, organic compounds derived from chrysanthemums, can be used in organic farming as an alternative to neem-derived compound azadirachtin. Azadirachtin is the most effective active compound against rosy apple aphids. It is derived from […]

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