pests

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"Sometimes people can get very embarrassed by pests because there is an inclination that maybe they're dirty, which actually isn't always the case," he said.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"It's been successfully used on subterranean termites, which are also important structural pests," Choe said.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

The mangoes were banned because of a practical problem: the hot-water treatment used to clear pests from South American fruit before it entered the U.S. destroyed the more delicate Indian varieties.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Locals foresee that when summer comes, numbers of all pests are likely to rise, increasing the health hazards.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

These compounds help plants to defend themselves against pests and diseases.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan