The findings that 3 of 7 agricultural pesticides tested contain high levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS — in one case far exceeding what the Environmental Protection Agency ...

Known as the “molting hormone,” Yamanaka said ecdysone is present in every insect species and plays a role in the development from egg to an adult capable of reproduction. In fruit flies ...

One local farmer shared the importance of agriculture safety, including how pesticides could affect our food. The Kern County Farm Bureau will host their 19th annual Spray-Safe Event. The Safe ...

Because of this, it has been used as a safe microbial insecticide for over 50 years to control pest caterpillars. Bt insecticides are popular with organic farmers because they are considered ...