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12 Tips For Preventing Mouse & Rat Infestation In Your House

August 19, 2022 by Joan Davis

Rodents, particularly rats, are closely linked to humans. That’s because people and their dwellings provide the things they need most to thrive. If you have a rodent infestation, professionals can help. First and foremost, some basic things can be done to keep rats out of your home. What Do Rats Need? Humans provide the three … Read more

Preventing Aster Yellows, a Phytoplasma Disease

June 6, 2020May 10, 2017 by Growing Magazine

Phytoplasma are a type of bacteria that don’t have cell walls and are transmitted by insects feeding on plant phloem. Unlike standard bacteria, phytoplasma cannot be cultured in vitro, and in vivo populations in the insect vector and infected plant are typically very low. But phytoplasma can cause great damage to crops, trees, shrubs and … Read more