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Agriculture
fromTasting Table
8 hours ago

Avoid This Raised Bed Mistake That Can Cause Stunted Crops In Your Garden - Tasting Table

Proper installation of gopher wire is crucial for healthy vegetable growth in raised garden beds.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
4 days ago

Strychnine temporarily approved for controlling Richardson ground squirrels in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Emergency use of strychnine for controlling Richardson ground squirrels has been approved in Alberta and Saskatchewan until November 2027.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Property owners asked to double fee they pay to fight mosquitoes

Santa Clara County property owners will vote on a new fee to fund mosquito control and pest management services.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Healthy hedgehogs are best left in the wild | Letters

Hedgehogs are wild animals that should not be kept as pets; they thrive best in their natural habitat.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Don't Throw Out Coffee Grounds, Put Them On Your Patio - Tasting Table

Coffee grounds effectively repel ants and can prevent infestations when used proactively.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Debate erupts over wolves in captivity after animal park euthanises entire pack

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

Canola School: Flea beetles bite, cutworms hide - what growers need to know

Early-season insect pressure from cutworms and flea beetles poses significant threats to canola growers during seedling emergence.
#squirrels
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

Public lands need less extraction and more rewilding - High Country News

Public-land management in the Western U.S. needs a complete reimagining to prevent further ecological degradation and biodiversity loss.
Agriculture
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Guest Idea: When to Act and What to Use for Seasonal Pest Control

Seasonal pest management strategies help prevent infestations and reduce reliance on chemicals.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Chesney the kangaroo found after hopping away from farm for three days

Chesney the kangaroo escaped a petting zoo, evading capture for three days before being found near the farm.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Market town pledges to save butterflies from shocking decline in UK first

Gillingham becomes the first UK local authority to commit to a nationwide challenge reversing butterfly population decline through habitat protection, pesticide elimination, and light pollution reduction.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
4 days ago

Wheat School: Early-season strategies to protect winter wheat

Early-season fungicide applications are crucial for winter wheat performance, influenced by timing, tank mixes, and weather conditions.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

We talked Hoppers science with a real-life beaver expert

Beaver researchers use drones, game cameras, and remote observation methods to study wild beavers, while robots and animal costumes remain largely fictional tools for scientific fieldwork.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Natural Man

The former US senator from Wisconsin, who served for almost two decades as one of the chamber's most ardent advocates for climate action, publicly rebuked Trump's January 7 withdrawal of the United States from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC): 'Nothing in the Constitution grants the president any such power.'
Environment
#hedgehog-conservation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Ultrasound waves could help hedgehogs avoid being run over by cars

Hedgehogs possess ultrasonic hearing capabilities that could be leveraged through vehicle-mounted sound repellents to reduce road traffic deaths, addressing a critical conservation crisis affecting one-third of the population.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Pets

Create hedgehog havens and seven other ways to help our prickly friends

UK hedgehog populations have declined 30-75% since 2000 due to habitat loss, pesticides, vehicle strikes, and climate change, but urban recovery shows promise with citizen science and habitat connectivity efforts offering practical solutions.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Ultrasound waves could help hedgehogs avoid being run over by cars

Hedgehogs possess ultrasonic hearing capabilities that could be leveraged through vehicle-mounted sound repellents to reduce road traffic deaths, addressing a critical conservation crisis affecting one-third of the population.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Create hedgehog havens and seven other ways to help our prickly friends

UK hedgehog populations have declined 30-75% since 2000 due to habitat loss, pesticides, vehicle strikes, and climate change, but urban recovery shows promise with citizen science and habitat connectivity efforts offering practical solutions.
Agriculture
fromModern Farmer
5 days ago

5 Ways Interseeding Can Change the Farming Landscape

Interseeding enhances crop output and sustainability by allowing multiple crops to grow simultaneously, benefiting both large and small farms.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Wily coyote? Urban canines take more risks compared with rural ones, study finds

Urban coyotes are less afraid of new stimuli and take more risks compared to rural coyotes, according to a study across multiple US sites.
Roam Research
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

How moss helped convict grave robbers of a Chicago cemetery

Cemetery officials were caught grave-robbing after becoming reckless, with moss analysis providing crucial evidence for prosecution.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Residents to grow food on 'unloved' public land

Hounslow Council launches Right to Grow initiative allowing residents to cultivate food on unused public land, becoming only the second London council to adopt this policy.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Coyotes and cougars and rats, oh my! - High Country News

An unnamed tourist saw it and told Aidan Moore, who works for Alcatraz City Cruises. Moore told SFGATE that he was initially skeptical, but the guest's iPhone footage left little room for doubt. The video shows, not a sea lion or an otter, but an actual Canis latrans, doggedly dogpaddling, then clambering out of the water, noticeably shaky and struggling to settle tired paws on the craggy rocks.
California
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Germany moves to legalise wolf hunting in response to livestock bloodlust'

Germany's parliament passed legislation allowing wolf hunting to address growing populations and livestock attacks, with voting split along political lines.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Pests & Predators, Ep 34: Name the pest and stay focused on thresholds for highest ROI

Unpredictable insect pressure in Prairie lentil crops requires growers to adapt scouting and management strategies based on pest dynamics and economic thresholds.
#wildlife-conservation
Pets
fromNature
1 week ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Houseplant hacks: can neem oil really beat mealybugs?

Neem oil effectively controls mealybugs when combined with physical removal and repeated applications, though heavy infestations require chemical pesticides and nematodes.
Agriculture
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

Utah's new study aims to kill 'as many cougars as possible' - High Country News

Utah's aggressive mountain lion management involves paying hunters to kill them, raising concerns about its impact on local communities and wildlife.
Chicago Bears
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Can Alaska save caribou by killing bears? - High Country News

Alaska's Mulchatna caribou herd has collapsed from 200,000 animals in the 1990s to 12,000 in 2022, devastating Indigenous subsistence hunting and prompting controversial wildlife management interventions including hunting bans and aerial predator culling.
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists explain why entire pack of wolves needed to be euthanised

The charity claims long-term separation was not a viable solution, as wolves' welfare is closely tied to living within a stable pack structure, and isolation can create further welfare concerns.
Pets
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Wheat School: Three steps to a strong start for wheat

Preparing wheat seed involves assessing seed quality, selecting treatments, and ensuring proper application for optimal growth.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Rat warning as UK homes see huge increase in rodent activity

UK rat infestations surged 10% year-on-year, driven by record heat in 2025 and heavy rainfall displacing rodents from flooded burrows seeking shelter indoors.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The surprising scientific value of roadkill

Researchers use roadkill as a valuable scientific resource to study wildlife behavior, track species distribution, obtain specimens ethically, and discover new species across diverse research applications.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Country diary: The weeds in my garden aren't disposable they're edible | Michael White

Edible weeds can be transformed from nuisances into valuable crops, providing nutrition during the hungry gap between winter and spring harvests.
#mule-deer
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Canola School: Pre-seed weed control, kochia management, and herbicide rotation (Part 2 of 2)

Kochia continues to spread beyond its traditional areas, bringing resistance to multiple herbicide groups. This shift may require growers to rethink their canola systems, including variety selection.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Small changes in how we garden can make a big difference to birds | Letter

Around a third of UK gardeners use pesticides, and our studies found that house sparrow numbers, for example, were nearly 40% lower in gardens where the pesticide metaldehyde was used. By reducing pesticide use, you can actively encourage birds back into your outdoor spaces, as they rely on invertebrates such as slugs and snails as natural prey.
Pets
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Ducks Unlimited contributing 467 acres to Manitoba beef and forage research farm

Ducks Unlimited Canada contributes 467 acres to Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives, expanding the Brookdale Research Farm by 42 percent to advance beef production and grassland management research.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

It's time to rethink how we care for our public lands and waters - High Country News

Wildlife populations are in decline. Recreation sites are crowded and often underfunded. Wildfires are larger, more destructive and harder to control. Climate change is reshaping natural systems, from ocean fisheries to mountain snowpacks, faster than institutions can respond. At the same time, communities are being asked to host new energy projects, transmission lines and mineral development - often without clear processes, adequate resources or trust that decisions are being made in the public interest.
Environment
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I love vultures, mosquitoes and, yes, even wasps. This is why you should too | Jo Wimpenny

Humans hold irrational emotional biases toward animals; wasps deserve reconsideration as valuable pollinators and pest controllers despite negative perceptions.
California
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

Hungry mountain lion trapped in SoCal family's backyard after raiding henhouse

A Fallbrook family trapped a mountain lion preying on their chickens and pets; wildlife officials released it back into the same area under California law.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Hawaiians cry fowl, grow murderous over scourge of feral chickens | Fortune

"It's a big problem,"
US news
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

A clean pass under pressure: Why farmers need to take the next shift on plant breeding

Canadian agricultural research faces structural funding pressures and requires a new, diversified research strategy to preserve critical knowledge, regain lost ground, and compete globally.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

The truth about innovation in crop protection, with Mike Frank

Crop protection innovation is shifting from new molecules to formulations and mixtures, with off-patent actives dominating the market across 140 countries.
Agriculture
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Canopii looks to succeed where past indoor farms have not | TechCrunch

Canopii develops autonomous robotic greenhouses that grow produce from seed to harvest without human intervention, using minimal water and space while producing up to 40,000 pounds annually.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Fox family reunited after cubs found hiding in car

Our workshop has encountered all kinds of issues with vehicles over the years, but a set of fox cubs is a brand new one for us. At first, our technician thought they might be rats because the cubs are grey, rather than the typical red you would expect of a fox they gave him quite a fright.
Pets
Canada news
fromYahoo News
1 month ago

'A single bedbug' found at government building in Ottawa after four-day in-office order

A single bedbug was found Feb. 10 in the Willet Building housing federal employees; the area was treated and follow-up inspections are scheduled.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We don't need to control pigeons just the people who feed them | Letters

Controlling public feeding is the most humane and effective method to reduce urban feral pigeon populations; deterrents fail if food remains available.
Business
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

What Integrated Pest Management Means for Small Firms

Integrated Pest Management replaces routine chemical treatments with prevention, monitoring, and targeted actions to improve operations, budgets, and compliance for small firms.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Coyotes have been spotted all over Boston. Here's where, why, and how to stay safe.

Eastern coyotes are active during their winter mating season and are frequently sighted across Boston, including urban areas and daytime.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

In Defense of Rats

How did hundreds of women find themselves on operating tables in surgery centers and strip malls several states away from where they live? A forty-million-dollar scam that hinged on product-liability lawsuits. Casey Cep reports "
NYC LGBT
Wine
fromKqed
4 months ago

Save The Grapes! Enter The Mealybug Destroyer! | Deep Look | KQED

The mealybug destroyer protects vineyards by preying on mealybugs but must overcome ant bodyguards that defend mealybugs for their honeydew.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ministry of Natural Resources investigates deer shot dead by arrow in Toronto cemetery | CBC News

A member of the public reported the discovery of an antlered white-tailed deer's body to police on Jan. 1 in Park Lawn Cemetery. Officers located a dead deer with an arrow coming out of its body, said Toronto police in an emailed statement, adding there is no suspect description at this time. Ministry conservation officers were notified of the incident and have taken over the investigation.
Toronto
Science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Groundhogs are bad at predicting weather, but they're valuable animal engineers

Marmots are widespread true hibernators whose extreme physiological changes during prolonged torpor inform biomedical research and enable survival in harsh climates.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Is the Rat War Over?

Rats were leaving Manhattan, hurrying across the bridges in single-file lines. Some went to Westchester, some to Brooklyn. It was the pandemic, and the rats, which had been living off the nourishing trash of New York's densest borough for generations, were as panicked about the closure of restaurants as we were. People were eating three meals a day at home, and the rats were hungry.
Public health
#herbicide-resistance
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Plant a Pollinator Garden To Support Butterflies, Bees, & Birds

Plant native, nectar-rich home gardens to support pollinators threatened by climate change, habitat loss, pesticides, and significant population declines.
#black-bear
Science
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Fungus could be the insecticide of the future

Certain strains of Beauveria bassiana can infect and kill Eurasian spruce bark beetles despite beetles’ enhanced antimicrobial defenses.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pigeon flock could be given contraceptives after taking over city's market

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How Many Wolves Is Enough?

The wolves arrived in May of last year, just days after Paul Roen had driven his cattle back up to their summer pasture in Northern California's Sierra Valley. He started finding the bleeding bodies of calves-some still alive, so badly paralyzed that they'd need to be shot. After weeks of this, Roen finally saw a kill himself. "One wolf grabbed a cow and spun her around, while another grabbed a calf," he told me. "He tore it into three pieces in 30 seconds."
Environment
#argentine-ants
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Grey squirrels could be given contraceptives to control numbers

Government supports research into a contraceptive 'pill' for invasive grey squirrels alongside pine-marten reintroduction, landowner grants and volunteer control to protect red squirrels and woodlands.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

The strongest start: How seedcare innovation is shaping crop protection in Canada

"I've been with Syngenta for 28 years," Ramachandran says, noting that early travels across Canada shaped his passion for seed care. "What really stood out to me is seeing firsthand the passion, the resilience and the impact the growers made." Those experiences, combined with Canada's short growing season, continue to guide his work. "Everything that we have done... is around addressing those challenges, and how do we create solutions that are fit for purpose, for Canadian growers?"
Agriculture
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Americans generally like wolves except when reminded of politics - High Country News

Public opinion toward gray wolves is broadly positive and growing, despite amplified perceptions of deep conflict driven by media and political narratives.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

What's needed to protect sage grouse? Less grazing. - High Country News

Sagebrush habitat loss from farming, cattle grazing, drought, and wildfires has caused declines in sage grouse and other wildlife, threatening cultural ties and reproductive behavior.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Expect to see more coyotes in your neighborhood. Here's why

Coyote mating season runs January–March (peaks in February), increases local coyote movement for mates and food, and requires increased caution as pups emerge April–May.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bear removed after living underneath SoCal home for months

An elderly bear that lived under an Altadena home's crawlspace for nearly two months was removed by a wildlife nonprofit after repeated unsuccessful state attempts.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Wise-guy wolves, trekking in drag, talented tarantulas and Bigfoot takes a bow - High Country News

Gray wolves retrieved and opened crab traps, demonstrating advanced problem-solving that may represent intentional tool use.
Agriculture
fromModern Farmer
2 months ago

5 Agri-Environmental Strategies that Prevent Species Loss

Implementing agri-environmental strategies like prairie strips and reduced tillage increases biodiversity, soil health, pollination, and natural pest control, benefiting farm productivity.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A beaver blind date': animals given freedom to repopulate Cornish rivers

Beavers have been legally released into an English river system for the first time, with reintroductions aiming to establish self-sustaining populations and improve ecosystems.
Agriculture
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Tiny falcons are helping keep the food supply safe on cherry farms

American kestrels in orchards reduce crop damage and lower pathogen contamination on fruit by deterring and preying on small birds and pests.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: Reusing Yard Debris

Yard debris such as leaves, branches, and grass clippings can be reused to improve soil health, reduce waste, and support sustainable landscapes.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Would you pay 1% more for wildlife? - High Country News

The 1% for Wildlife bill would raise lodging taxes to generate nearly $30 million annually for Oregon habitat conservation.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

What's the best way to manage crop residue?

No-till is the preferred residue management strategy among surveyed growers, preserving soil cover and supporting soil health.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

New seed treatment delivers one-two punch for wireworm control in cereals

Equento Cereals offers contact and systemic wireworm control with plinazolin plus thiamethoxam, while delivering broad seed- and soil-borne disease protection in Western Canada (2026).
fromMiami Herald
8 months ago

Troopers, wildlife officers save alligator crawling on busy Florida Turnpike

An alligator waddling on the emergency shoulder of the Florida Turnpike on Friday morning backed up traffic during rush hour as authorities worked to rescue it. Around 8:30 a.m., concerned commuters alerted authorities of the alligator on the shoulder near the Northwest 74th Street exit of the Florida Turnpike, Florida Highway Patrol said. Troopers and Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission officers rolled out to rescue the gator, moving it to a canal that runs parallel to the turnpike.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

Defending endangered trees against climate change and hungry goats

Socotra's unique endemic trees face threats from climate-driven drought and free-ranging goats, requiring community-linked habitat restoration balancing conservation and local livelihoods.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
1 month ago

How Can We Mend Our Living World?

Human, animal, and plant relationships are intertwined; biodiversity decline reshapes these connections and requires rethinking narratives and interdisciplinary approaches to repair the living world.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

An Essential Part of Farming Has Two Wings and a Beak

When you think of farming, what ingredients do you generally associate with a successful harvest? The basics certainly come to mind: fertile soil, plenty of sunlight and lots of water. But there are other variables that can also mean the difference between a crop of healthy fruits and vegetables and a large heap of organic waste. And it turns out that one of those variables is a very small hawk.
Agriculture
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