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The arrival of fall brings crisp air, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin-spiced everything. For pet parents, autumn ...

The sobering assessment is a national call to action. The sooner Australia mitigates and adapts, the safer we will be.

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Discover the unsung heroes of your garden: beneficial insects. These natural allies, including ladybugs, green lacewings, and ground beetles, work tirelessly to control pest populations and maintain a ...

"I need to try this." Gardening expert shares simple hack to keep pests off your plants: 'A huge difference' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Flour can be used to deter pests like aphids, cabbage worms, and beetles. “Simply dust a light layer over leaves in the morning when plants are slightly damp from dew,” says Sara Rubens, certified ...

If you've started to notice holes, slimy trails, or curling yellow leaves in your kale plants, chances are you might be dealing with some unwanted pests. Kale is especially susceptible to pests, as ...

When maize fields become too crowded, the plants signal each other to boost their defenses. A research team led by Dongsheng Guo of Zhejiang University found that in crowded conditions, maize plants ...

"Wow!" Experienced gardener shares simple hack to keep pests off plants: 'I never knew' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Surprisingly, there are specific plants, known for their fragrant properties, that keep rats away from gardens. While these favourite plants and herbs will smell fresh for use, they are actually ...