The cotton mealybug (Phenacoccus solenopsis) has emerged as a globally significant invasive pest, impacting a wide range of economically important crops. Research in this area has expanded our ...

If you've noticed the presence of white, fluffy, cotton-like formations on your plants, chances are you've encountered one of the most common garden pests: mealybugs. These insects are often found on ...

Fruit trees face their share of pests and diseases, but mealybugs are a particularly troublesome pest. These insects most commonly bother citrus trees or trees grown in greenhouses, but in some ...