A University of Missouri crop entomologist shares what pests to keep an eye out for in the 2026 growing season.

To avoid unnecessary treatments, experts outline when to scout soybeans for weeds, insects and disease, from emergence ...

Good guy or bad guy? Believe it or not, many insects in the landscape are beneficial to our gardens. When spotting insects in ...

A bit of prevention goes a long way in minimizing insect and disease problems in the garden. Start by selecting plants suited to the growing conditions. Match your plants to the light, soil and other ...

Insect and disease problems often come and go without causing a substantial amount of damage. Do not, however, raise your tolerance of weeds. Always address weed issues promptly. Vegetable gardens are ...

One of the special joys of home vegetable gardening is harvesting vine-ripened tomatoes. Many gardeners have planted their ...

A recent review published in PLOS Pathogens discussed the current research on the role of molecular mechanisms in mediating immune priming in insects and regulating vector-borne disease transmission.

Mosquito and tick season is approaching, and experts say a single bite from an infected insect could leave people seriously ill. Experts say protecting yourself from bites is the best thing you can do ...

Companion plants play various roles in the vegetable garden community. The cucumber companion plants featured here promote ...

A group of scientists this month published an article in a prominent medical journal urging the U.S. to classify Chagas disease - an unusual but potentially deadly disease caused by a parasite that ...

Adding a new weapon to the fight against insect-borne illnesses including Lyme disease and malaria, the Environmental Protection Agency on Monday approved a new chemical that both repels and kills ...