Discarded aloe peels could be a sustainable, natural insecticide

Aloe rinds, like those pictured here, contain bioactive compounds that could be used to deter insects from feasting on agricultural fields. Credit: Nazmul Huda Aloe barbadensis, commonly known as aloe vera, has been used for thousands of years to treat skin ailments, promote digestive health and heal wounds. But while aloe vera gel is in high demand, the peels are thrown away as agricultural waste.

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