Hot temperatures this spring have created ideal conditions for sugarbeet crop pests, such as root maggots, that can cause plant damage. The sugarbeets that were planted late are especially vulnerable ...

I have leaf miners ruining my lettuce and maggots ruining my radishes. Is there any control for these pests that does not leave dangerous chemical residues on my food? Yes, there are three wonderful ...

Gardening is a spiritual experience where many people find peace and comfort in the turning of the soil and growing of plants. Or, it is until you find something truly horrid hiding under the dirt, ...

I have noticed holes in the leaves of my petunia plants and other flowers planted recently. A friend said it was probably snails or slugs. I have also noticed holes in the roots of my early planted ...

Question: I had a lot of problems with worms in my apples last year. I also had maggots in my radishes and beets. Is there any way to prevent these? Answer: Yes, you can control wormy apples and ...

KIMBERLY — Sugar beet root maggots are fairly widespread pests in southern Idaho, especially in the MiniCassia area. Populations can become so high that an entire stand can be wiped out. But put the ...

Baking soda is a household ingredient with many uses, including as a natural and nontoxic pesticide option. If you’ve ever wondered if baking soda kills maggots, we spoke with pest control experts to ...