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By using local resources like cow dung, cow urine, jaggery, and chillies, farmers can eliminate the need for chemical ...

Even if the pesticides are not on the produce, they can be in it. Some of the most common insecticides are applied around a ...

Discover practical lifestyle modifications to reduce exposure to harmful carcinogens found in air, water, food, and personal ...

You can have a beautiful, productive garden while working with nature to manage insect pests. As you incorporate various ...

These tiny soldiers can eat four times their own weight in organic waste – and turn it into sustainable fertiliser.

Natural insecticide developer has won $3 million of US military grants to tackle the problems of mosquito-borne diseases, ...

MESO uses pheromones to disrupt mating among harmful insects, promoting organic farming and reducing pesticide use.

The word ‘natural’ is legally meaningless on packaging." Expert exposes the true meaning behind 'natural' label on food items: 'Why is food packaging so confusing?' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Pesticides and other chemicals linger on just about any produce you bring from the store to your table. But we have a list of ...

Insect frass turns waste into a powerful organic fertilizer, boosting soil health and sustainability in farming.