Sustainable Pest Management Systems Help Butterflies Too
Friday, May 15, 2015 - 19:40
in Biology & Nature
Grape vineyards experimenting with sustainable pest management systems are seeing an unexpected benefit: an increase in butterflies. This method of conservation is easier in Washington, since vineyards in this state already face fewer pests and use fewer chemicals than vineyards in states like California. "We're fortunate here to have the perfect place to be able to have this sustainable option," said David James, an associate professor in Washington State University's Department of Entomology. read more