Brownback says USDA animal disease lab will attract entrepreneurs to Kansas, help create jobs
Brownback: USDA lab will bring companies to Kansas New vaccine offers chance for children in Africa, where 1 million die of malaria each yearmore images Seasonal swarms of Asian lady beetles bug even insect experts; infestations seen in US, CanadaSeasonal ladybug swarms pester even bug experts ST. LOUIS — Pest-control specialist Gene Scholes even gets bugged by them — legions of ladybugs lately swarming his rural Missouri home and other stretches across the country, exploiting gaps in door and window seals for cozier climes inside. Paris rooftops, gardens become hives of activity for an unlikely pastime: beekeepingParis rooftops abuzz with beekeeping PARIS — In the romantic city of lights, the bees are downright busy. 2 viruses threaten Michigan blueberry industry; scientists forced to destroy research plantsBlueberry virus strikes Michigan research center DETROIT — The bloom could be off Michigan’s $124 million per year blueberry industry after two destructive viruses infected bushes in three locations. |