Hardscaping is a game-changer for fire-resistant landscaping — especially in Zone 0 — because it creates natural firebreaks that stop flames in their tracks. Think gravel pathways, brick patios, and ...

Fumigants are a cornerstone of conventional agriculture in the United States for combating soil-borne pests and diseases.

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Zone 0 — the 5-foot space around a structure — plays an important role in managing fire risk at the wildland urban interface. Santa Ana-blown embers accumulate around structures, forcing ...