Over time researchers have found fewer of the insects turning up in light traps, suggesting they may be less attracted to ...

Tim notes scientists are baffled by moths' declining interest in light. Does it mean they've lost interest, or are we headed for an insect apocalypse?

Since it overwinters in the corn stalks, remove old stalks from the garden after harvest. The corn earworm, which typically feeds on kernels near the tip of the ear, may have three generations per ...

Thyme also serves as an excellent companion plant for corn. This aromatic herb has its own set of pest-fighting abilities, primarily targeting the corn earworm. This particular pest is notorious for ...

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