The house mouse, designation mus musculus, can be cute - from a distance. Cartoons such as Tom and Jerry portray the house mouse as a welcome visitor in the home, causing only minor mischief that is more entertaining than threatening. The realty is...

Are you tired of mysterious visitors decimating your prized vegetables? You might be dealing with woodchucks, the Capital Region's garden-raiding experts. Let's explore how to identify and eliminate these persistent pests, ensuring your garden...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has a long, complex policy about “Food Defect Action Levels” which describes the levels of natural or unavoidable defects in foods that present no health hazards for humans which are allowed in foods. This is...

Do you think insects disappear when winter arrives? Many Albany homeowners are surprised to learn that insects and other pests remain active, often finding shelter in homes, garages, and sheds. Understanding how pests survive cold weather and taking...

Are you ready for Halloween in Albany, but worried about uninvited guests of the six-legged variety? As the Capital Region prepares for spooky celebrations, real pests might be planning their own home invasion. Let's explore how to keep your Albany...