Chawal keede”, or rice weevils, are tiny, dark brown to reddish-black insects that infest stored grains like rice, atta, and dal. They are a common headache plaguing the Indian kitchen and can cause ...

Weevils are bugs that infest plants and pantry goods. Learn more about their health risks, how to get rid of them, and more.

Finding weevils crawling around in your rice can be extremely off-putting - but rest assured it doesn't mean your windows are sealed improperly, or that your home isn't as clean as it should be.

DHARMAPURI: Increasing rice weevil infestation in the Tamil Nadu Warehousing Corporation building has left residents of Bharathipuram in Dharmapuri municipality distressed, as the pests are ...

A weevil infestation can be a costly problem because it often renders the entire contents of a cupboard inedible. Here are some options to get rid of weevils for good.

PETALING JAYA: Stringent checks will be carried out to ensure that rice sold in the market is free from weevil infestation, says Agriculture and Food Secu­ri­ty Ministry deputy secretary ...

A rice weevil is a stowaway that sneaks into your pantry and turns your rice into its new home.

The developing weevil devours the rice and emerges fully grown after about 30 days. All that’s left is a hollow husk. Weevil moms lay their eggs inside rice in the fields or when it’s stored. Those ...

The single best way to prevent a weevil infestation, says Harris, is to freeze new grains and rice for a few days after purchasing. This can interrupt the life cycle and kill any emerging weevils ...