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ARS is working with researchers in Ireland to reduce excess phosphorus from fertilizer leaching into lakes and rivers.

The tiny samurai wasp may be a good biological control agent for reducing brown marmorated stink bugs.

Scientists are studying magnetic senses in leaf-cutter ants, a major pest for tropical and subtropical crops.

Microalgae could provide a strong, sustainably produced artificial diet for honey bees.

Have you ever wondered how long a mosquito needs to bite you to pass on a pathogen?

A decade ago, ARS began a project to photograph the effectiveness of an ancient erosion-control technique.

ARS soil scientist Hal Collins is studying the impacts of retaining carbon in soil.

Methyl benzoate is equally effective as both a government-approved food additive and as a pesticide.

ARS researchers are investigating whether insects are involved in the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

ARS scientists are always coming up with innovative ways to tackle problems that really bug farmers.

ARS researchers are providing pest management solutions for peach tree growers.

Scientists are using ultraviolet light to kill pests of strawberry and other fruit crops.

An ARS team is studying the effects of biochar on poor-quality or significantly degraded land.