Publications by authors named "Yao-Pei Jiang"
Urbanization is a pressing challenge for earth's humans because it is changing not only natural environments but also agricultural lands. Yet, the consequences of cropland loss on pest insect populations that largely depend on these habitats remain largely unclear. We used a 17-year data set to investigate the dynamics of three moth pest species (i.
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- Urban agriculture is enhancing food security in major cities, with a focus on biodiversity's role in improving these systems.
- Data from community rice farms in Shanghai (2001-2015) revealed that introducing soybean borders and neighboring diverse crops helped boost predator insects and reduce pests, leading to higher yields and profits.
- Experiments confirmed that increasing crop diversity not only aids ecological sustainability but also optimizes the use of ecosystem services in urban environments.