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flag A harsh 2026 winter freeze killed key crop pests in the Midwest and South, reducing need for pesticides.

flag A severe winter freeze in early 2026 is expected to reduce pest populations across the Midwest and Southern U.S., helping farmers combat crop-damaging insects and reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. flag Agricultural experts say the prolonged subzero temperatures disrupted the life cycles of key pests, including the corn earworm and soybean aphid, with early data showing significant mortality rates. flag The natural cold snap offers a rare opportunity for sustainable pest management, though some crop damage from freezing conditions remains a concern.

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