Environment
Buglife and Kent Wildlife Trust have announced the launch of the Bugs Matter citizen science survey in the Republic of Ireland.
A recent study by Teagasc has highlighted the agricultural threat posed by crane fly larvae, more commonly known as 'daddy long-legs'.
Rathvilly, Co. Carlow man Fergus Coogan, who is a sales manager at Borris Agri Sales, has been busy carrying out a biodiversity project at his workplace.
Tillage
A new database of 19 insect genomes, encompassing some of the most damaging pests of crops worldwide, has been made publicly available.
Agri-Business
Hexafrass, an insect-based fertiliser has been proven to enable an immune system response in plants that can render aphids infertile.
Scientists at Rothamsted Research have created new insect repellent odours through using a new approach using a combination of biological and chemical techniques.
Europe should legislate for insect products to be a sustainable source of animal proteins for food consumption and animal feed, insect producers have said.
