Think it’s safe to go outside without mosquitoes bothering you? Think again! Labor Day is over, but mosquitoes are still buzzing around, waiting for their next prey. This blood-feeding pest is more than annoying, since some mosquitoes can transmit viruses that can cause diseases such as Zika. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 5,300 Zika virus disease cases have been reported in the United States and nearly 37,000 cases in U.S. territories since 2015.The USDA’s blog sheds some light on how Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists are testing innovative ways to reduce mosquito populations around residences. Read more…
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