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ARS researchers use coconut to create longest-lasting natural insect repellent.

ARS scientists are working to reduce the toll fire ants have been taking.

Genes in the European corn borer moth can help them survive variable climate conditions.

ARS researchers are looking at ways to control the crop-feasting bagrada bug.

ARS researchers have created an artificial diet to raise the beneficial pink spotted lady beetle.

ARS has developed several novel attractants capable of luring in bloodsucking insects--a serious problem in agriculture.

Specially trained canines may be used to detect citrus greening in orchards.

ARS researchers are helping prevent the spread of citrus pathogens.

Trap controls Asian citrus psyllids in citrus trees growing in residential and commercial landscapes.

One of the most aggressive invasive weeds in the southeastern United States may have met its match.

ARS researchers are working to understand the impact of a changing climate on bee health.

An ARS scientist in the Pacific Northwest has joined the hunt for the infamous Asian giant hornet.

New plant contains twice the amount of artemisinin used to manufacture therapies against malaria.

ARS researchers are working to fight the spread of Lyme disease through the control of deer ticks. 

ARS launches its first-ever Hackathon against the most challenging agricultural issues.

Female monarchs prefer some milkweed species over others.

ARS Electron and Confocal Microscopy Unit helped identify mites found in the highlands of Peru.

ARS entomologist is developing microbial pesticides for the effective control of mosquitoes.