Tag: pests
How to identify disease-carrying ticks in Ohio
After a mild winter, growing tick populations and a rise in tick-related illnesses are a cause for concern. Learn more about disease-carrying ticks in Ohio.
How to treat poison ivy rashes naturally
The spotted jewelweed plant relieves itching and dries poison ivy rashes up quickly without drying out surrounding skin.
How to reduce vulture damage to cattle
Black vulture range and population numbers have expanded in the last 30 years resulting in increased property damage and livestock and pet depredation.
How to get rid of moles
Mole traps and baits must be placed in the active runs to be effective.
Wheel bug: Assassin bug in the garden
The assassin bug known as the wheel bug is one of the largest terrestrial true bugs in North America.
Study: Combining ear tags, implants stimulates cattle growth
When ear tags and an injectable growth implant called Long Range were used together, the study found cattle increased live weight gain by 30 to 40 pounds.
How to detect bed bugs before infestation
Getting rid of bed bugs is difficult. Follow these tips to find their hiding places, recognize the warning signs and prevent an infestation.
An unwelcome guest in my tree stand
Learn more about precautions to take after a tick bite. Lyme disease is serious and can be disabling. Early detection is key to a full recovery.
The creepy crawlies of Halloween
Though spiders, snakes, and bats have an undeserved image problem with the general public, they all do far more good than harm.
Simplest way to eliminate stink bugs indoors
Killing stink bugs indoors can be a chore. Learn more about this quick, clean, safe and cost-efficient way to get rid of them.
