What are the mechanical methods of pest control?
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What are the mechanical methods of pest control?
aron
Another element of IPM, mechanical pest control includes any physical or hands-on control methods. Mechanical control is most valuable when you have acute pest problems- when pests are abundant enough that you can quickly remove or kill a large number.
If you are also employing a biological control, it will probably be most efficient to use a mechanical method to remove the worst of the pest population, then release biocontrol agents. As usual, you should consider how mechanical controls will work with your other IPM strategies.
avery
Some examples of physical and mechanical pest controls include:
andrew
Mechanical pest control is the management and control of pests using physical means such as fences, barriers or electronic wires. It includes also weeding and change of temperature to control pests. Many farmers at the moment are trying to find sustainable ways to remove pests without harming the ecosystem.