2026

Volume No. 8,  Issue No. 1

About the Cover:

Lady beetle (Coleoptera, Coccinellidae), a beneficial insect, is one of nature's important predators of aphids, coccids, and other soft-bodied crop pests, making it a valuable biological control agent in any agricultural ecosystem. Unfortunately, lady beetles are often overlooked and can be unintentionally affected by the indiscriminate use of broad-spectrum synthetic insecticides. Conserving these natural enemies is an important step toward reducing reliance on chemical pest control and promoting more sustainable agriculture.

Photo credit: Dr. Elorde Jr. Crispolon.