Mechanical pest control

Mechanical pest control, or physical pest control, refers to the use of hands-on techniques, as well as simple equipment, devices, and natural ingredients that deliver a protective barrier between plants and insects. This is an age-old method that is often utilized in home gardens. Methods under mechanical pest control often include pulling weeds by hand, putting up fences to keep rabbits away, or using sticky traps for flies. In essence, mechanical pest control offers an organic and traditional approach to pest management without the use of chemical substances. This method is favored by those who advocate for nature preservation and organic farming.