An invasive pest is wreaking havoc on Inland Empire growers after its discovery led to a 112-square-mile quarantine area aimed at stopping its spread. The Oriental fruit fly has honed in on Redlands, ...

Q. Could you explain what is going on with the latest fruit fly quarantine? I heard that the Department of Agriculture was stripping fruit from trees in Redlands. A few weeks ago I wrote about the ...

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As soon as fruit ripens, they appear: fruit flies. These tiny insects, also known as vinegar flies or drosophila, multiply rapidly and are difficult to get rid of. However, with a few simple tricks, ...

In the battle against household pests, you might be seeing a new opponent these days. Fruit flies are buzzing around kitchens and dining areas with their relentless pursuit of ripe or decaying fruits ...

It's happened to all of us—the bunch of bananas meant to be used in smoothies or enjoyed as a healthy snack is now sitting on the kitchen counter, turning a not-so-appetizing shade of brown. Besides ...

If tiny winged bugs have you constantly reaching for the flyswatter, you may be dealing with a bothersome fly infestation in your home. The question is, what kind of flies are they? Drain flies (also ...

Five different species of fruit flies have finally been eradicated from nine different California counties, marking a successful effort involving traps, backyard treatments, prohibitions against fruit ...

Fruit flies are attracted to fermenting fruit and vegetables, food particles, and grime in sink drains, and trash cans. A homemade spray with lemongrass essential oil can repel them or kill them if ...

It's that time of year again when you leave a piece of fruit on the counter for five minutes and suddenly your kitchen is hosting a rave for a thousand tiny, uninvited guests. Yes, the fruit flies are ...

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