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“The cats were originally for pest control,” says Ben Aubuchon, marketing manager for Aubuchon and great-grandson of the founder.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

The blocked agreements affecting Joshua Tree also included support for projects to improve mapping technology, address pest infestations at Keys Ranch and bolster the archaeology program.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026

His teams have inspected restaurants and other food businesses, uncovering pest infestations, poor hygiene and expired food.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

The pest can expand its range in several ways.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 15, 2026

There the root borer is a serious pest of the banana, so weakening its roots that the trees are easily toppled by wind.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

Some plants infuse their leaves with chemicals that are toxic to pests but useful to humans in moderation, such as the bitter tannins in tea and the fragrant oils in mint and rosemary.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

The winter rapeseed crop was "hit hardest, with a 20 percent drop in yield", Rukwied noted, adding that pests took a toll in addition to the drought and heat.

From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026

Though the beetles snack on fruits we might also desire, they’re generally not considered pests, said Karey Windbiel-Rojas, an associate director with the University of California’s statewide integrated pest management program.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

John Harper, a farmer in Worcestershire, grows pak choi for Sainsbury's, Aldi and Co-op, and has discarded more produce than usual this year because of tiny holes made by pests.

From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026

We’re nomads: We live where it’s best for the cattle, where there’s good grass and water, away from disease and pests.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola