Specific cover crops may help attract insects that target harmful pests

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Different cover crops may affect how plants defend themselves against pests—including by attracting more insects that eat harmful caterpillars—according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences.

Different cover crops may affect how plants defend themselves against pests—including by attracting more insects that eat harmful caterpillars—according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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