Tag: pests

Drought and then wildfires favor invaders

As wildfires increasingly impact communities, comprehending the factors influencing their severity becomes paramount.

Eco solutions against cockroaches

This story is about how to handle cockroaches and other pests that won't hurt the environment. Typical pesticides are harmful to the environment and damaging to human health. It is important to learn how to handle these situations that is best for the environment.

Israel’s Iconic Sabra Cactus Endangered by Invading Aphids

Israel, being on the "land bridge" that links it with Africa and Asia Minor, has always been well known...

Jellyfish Stir Fry? An Adventure in Sustainable Cooking

With all the delicious food available in Israel, why cook jellyfish? It seems that Gal got fed up with the seasonal jellyfish invasion that makes the beach impossible and decided to turn the pest into something tasty.

Watermelon Production In Jordan Threatened By Serious Virus

Scientists have discovered incidents of watermelon chlorotic stunt virus (WnCSV) in melons and watermelons in Jordan. Fewer cold spells are...