Research Articles
Insects at the Frontline: How University of KwaZulu-Natal Research is Shaping Our Future
Explore how UKZN's entomology research is developing sustainable pest control methods and protecting vital pollinators through innovative scientific approaches.
The Invisible War: Unraveling the Battle Against the Egyptian Cotton Leafworm
Explore the science behind insecticide application against Spodoptera littoralis, the Egyptian cotton leafworm, and its impact on global agriculture.
The Uninvited Guest: Decoding the Global Invasion of the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Explore the global invasion of the brown marmorated stink bug, its economic impact, and the scientific breakthroughs in controlling this agricultural pest.
The Invisible War in the Orchard: How Scientists Are Outsmarting Apple Pests with Biology
Exploring the relationship between fruit yield and damage by codling moth and plum curculio in biologically-managed apple orchards
Zest for Defense: How Citrus Peels Protect Our Legumes from Hungry Beetles
Exploring how citrus peel essential oils provide eco-friendly protection against cowpea weevils in grain storage.
Harnessing the Power of Light: How Timed LED Regimes Revolutionize Tomato Farming and Pest Control
Discover how precisely timed LED lighting regimes revolutionize tomato farming by boosting plant defenses against spider mites while enhancing predatory mite efficiency.