Pest Control
Since they can destroy crops and spread disease, controlling the rodent population is an important task for any rural homeowner. Fortunately, there are many ways you can deal with this problem
Controllilng pests and wildlife at your country home is a constant issue. Talk about techniques and share ideas with others in our Wildlife forum.
Your lawn area looked great last spring. It looked pretty good going into summer. Then all of a sudden, in August or early September, spots started appearing. If this sounds like what you observed on your lawn, chances are you had grub damage.
If you think you have an over-population of snapping turtles, you can bait them on a hook, or set a trap. Just watch your fingers!
Listen to today's program to learn which snakes are harmless, which are poisonous, and how to safely get rid of them.
Tree squirrels provide entertainment and enjoyment for many rural homeowners, but they can become a nuisance. Here are some practical tips for controlling damage squirrels can inflict on your property.
Your house is just another funny looking tree to squirrels, and living in the country means sometimes you'll find them getting up close and personal.
Usually when your house is being eaten the first thing that comes to mind is termites. However, a small group of insects called powderpost beetles may be the culprit.
The small black and orange bugs that love to hang around your house in the fall may look like Halloween decorations, but they can easily become a major nuisance.
The emerald ash borer, also known as Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire, is a shiny green beetle that is thought to have first entered the United States on cargo ships and airplanes carrying imported Asian goods. Although the adult emerald ash borer isn't harmful, the larva can eventually kill your beautiful trees by chewing up their circulatory system.
Mosquitoes can interfere with outdoor activities on your acreage and wreak havoc on your livestock. Take control of mosquitoes with these tips from the University of California.
The summer months can be a problem time for Lyme disease. Learn how to keep your pets and your family safe.
