Biological control offers an attractive alternative to chemical molluscicides in the management of pest slugs, with nematodes emerging as promising biocontrol agents. Among these, species within the ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Two Oregon State University researchers have discovered a microscopic soil-dwelling nematode on the Corvallis campus that could be an important tool against invasive slugs ...

Almost everyone who has a garden knows what a nuisance slugs can be. They are also one of the most destructive crop pests in ...

At this time of year slugs and snails start to become a real problem for organic gardeners. Newly planted seedlings are especially vulnerable and it can be very annoying when weeks worth of patient ...

IF YOU want to ditch chemical pesticides but keep control over your garden pests, nematodes may be the way to go. Nematodes now account for 25 per cent of all domestic slug control, according to BASF, ...

Robbie Rae receives funding from BASF Agricultural Specialities Limited, which manufactures parasite-based slug control products. Sally Williamson does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive ...

(Beyond Pesticides, December 8, 2020) Researchers at Oregon State University recently made a promising discovery that could significantly improve the ability for North American farmers and gardeners ...

There are two great benefits to using nematodes. Firstly, this is an organic, chemical-free treatment, harmless to everything except slugs. Second, a single treatment gives protection for around six ...

Rat lungworm disease: It may be rare but it’s memorable – like a horror movie come to life. Nightmarish tales of muscle spasms, temporary paralysis and comas stemming from rat lungworm infection ...

Whether you're a gardener growing food for your household, a small scale farmer or a commercial producer, soil matters. You cannot really tell the difference between healthy and unhealthy soil just by ...

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Slugs and snails are the bane of almost every vegetable planting gardener and farmer. Slugs in particular have voracious appetites and are relentless in eating stems, leaves and shoots. No wonder ...