Insects
Study finds insect-borne bacteria turning harmless reed leafhopper into major agricultural pest
A tiny insect is wreaking havoc on Europe’s sugar beet industry, not by biting plants, but by spreading bacteria that rob crops of their value.
Understanding Israel's summer pests: A closer look at what's bugging you
Flesh-eating parasite found in US patient for first time in decades
Not just a pesky nuisance: Insect oil could revolutionize animals’ wellness
Eating bugs
The deplorable specter of hunger amidst plenty continues to stalk Israel and the world
Israeli start-up introduces hot new dish: fruit fly larvae meatballs
The larvae can be made into a powder which can be used in pastas, breads - and even meatballs.
Fall’s Creepy Crawlies
Quand Israël veut nourrir le monde
L’innovation blanc bleu a déjà fait ses preuves dans un grand nombre de domaines
To Russia with Bugs
500 million insects will head to Russia as part of the country's effort to help them improve their local agriculture markets.
Tel Aviv fears invasive beetle infestation that causes trees to collapse
Homeowners who fail to prevent the spread of red palm weevils will face a NIS 730 fine, the cost for the city to take care of treatment
*RX For Readers: ‘My daughter is insect dinner’*
Experts answer reader's medical queries.
Parents sue over sand fly infestation on Israel trip that led to parasitic disease
According to the lawsuit the teens were bitten by sand flies and contracted Leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease which manifests itself as skin ulcers.
Bed bugs in Israel becoming resistant to insecticide, says parasite expert
In the past five years, there has been a 150 percent increase in bed bug cases during this short period of time.
National Moth Week kicks off Saturday worldwide
Celebrations will take place in all 50 US states and 37 other countries from July 20 to July 28.
