As drought plagued the West and Plains in 2021, grasshoppers took over many pastures and crops, which demolished grasses and hayfields. “It’s so widespread, that I’m afraid it’s going to be pretty ...

If your yard looks like it's dying or isn't in the best shape, you could be having an armyworm problem. Armyworms are these one-inch caterpillars that can destroy yards quickly. These insects feed on ...

Q: I guess I have a bad infestation of armyworms. They ate an acre of my lawn in a few days. Can you give me some advice on what to use to get rid of them? • Dave from Boardman A: Dave is not alone.

One day your lawn is a lush green, bolstered by the hot Alabama sun and plentiful rain. The next day you discover a brown, dried-out looking yard. What happened? You probably have Armyworms. Welcome ...

Tiny, crawling troops are making their way across Ohio, eating turfgrass and crops and leaving a trail of dead plants in their wake. They are fall armyworms, a semi-tropical species that are found all ...

There are several recent developments with insects and birds that are of interest to gardeners in Greater Columbus. This week, we'll explore three issues. As The Dispatch reported on Sept. 4, the ...