Slugs can cause harm to your plants and invite fungal diseases into your garden, but thankfully, you can deter them without resorting to harsh chemicals. They can be a real nuisance in the garden, ...

Biological control offers an attractive alternative to chemical molluscicides in the management of pest slugs, with nematodes emerging as promising biocontrol agents. Among these, species within the ...

Almost everyone who has a garden knows what a nuisance slugs can be. They are also one of the most destructive crop pests in the UK. Studies show that yields of many major crops, such as wheat, are ...

Slugs don't just wreck your precious plants – they're also magnets for nasty fungal infections that can devastate your entire garden - but there's a brilliant trick to send them away without reaching ...

There are many ways to keep slugs out of your yard and away from your plants, ranging from traps and distractions to hands-on ...

13:46, Mon, Mar 17, 2025 Updated: 13:51, Mon, Mar 17, 2025 As the soil in our gardens warms up this spring, more and more slugs will head out to feast on new growth. Experts recommend that people act ...

Keith Walters currently receives research funding from Innovate UK. In the past he has received research grants from UK government, research councils, industry levy bodies and a range of other sources ...

The use of nematophagous fungi in the biological control of nematodes offers a sustainable alternative to chemical interventions in both agricultural and veterinary settings. These fungi, which ...

Beneficial nematodes are tiny worms that naturally kill grubs without harming people, pets, or pollinators. Apply nematodes in spring or fall when the soil is moist and shaded for best results. Using ...

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