Proper flour storage has taken center stage in food safety discussions, thanks to recent viral social media posts revealing alarming discoveries of pests in sealed containers. These incidents have ...
Pests rarely appear without warning. Long before an infestation becomes obvious, subtle signs often indicate developing activity within walls, crawl spaces, or outdoor entry points. When these early ...
Penn State Extension’s Department of Pesticide Education recently released some startling numbers on exposure to common kinds of pesticides. “In 2013, the Pennsylvania Poison Center received 1,125 ...
They may be barely visible but grain storage pests have the potential to cause significant damage. Gregor Heard is ACM's national grains industry reporter, based in Horsham, Victoria. He has a wealth ...
It is estimated that 90% of grain stores harbour at least one insect species known to infest grain, underlining the critical importance of good store hygiene in the run-up to harvest. Cleaning out ...