
Free weed control? Tell me more!
A researcher says Canadians should follow the European lead in helping beneficial insects to chow down on weed seeds

Protect the mighty Microgastrinae
More and more, we’re learning that farmers can save a lot of money in both the short and long term by taking advantage of opportunities to help the insect world police itself

Seven beneficial insects on your farm
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Some soybean aphids showing up so scout your fields
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Give your insect friends a home
Leaving some non-crop areas with a diverse range of perennial vegetation can save you money on insecticide
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Be kind to your insect friends
Of the thousands of insect species around your fields, only a few damage crops. Here’s a guide to identifying and protecting the good bugs that eat the bad ones
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PHOTOS: A guide to beneficial insects
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Help the insects eat each other
Insecticides don’t just kill the bad bugs — they also kill their enemies
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Beneficial insects can fight in your corner, if you let them
A new field guide will be available both electronically and in print in time for you to use through the upcoming crop year
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