I used four classic DIY methods to trap (and kill!) fruit flies. Three involve Mason jars with different tops, and one is the super low-lift method of leaving the dregs of wine in a wine bottle out ...

Got a fruit fly problem? This is a common issue, especially during the summer, says Laurie Stevison, associate professor of biology at Auburn University. She works with fruit flies in her research.

These tiny creatures can detect the smell of ripe fruits and vegetables from miles away. If there’s a bowl of fruit on your kitchen counter, there’s probably a fruit fly or two looking for a way into ...

As the summer is coming to an end and autumn is upon us, perhaps many of us are realising that we have a lot of fruit flies around the house. Over time, they can be a nuisance as they progress from ...

I don’t know about you, but there’s one thing I can consistently rely on this time of year: fruit flies in my kitchen. In my ever-present desire to eat more fruits and vegetables, I pile up big bowls ...