Ways on how to control plant pests

How do you control plant pests?
What are the 3 methods of pest control?
How can I control pests naturally?
Which is the best method for pest control?

How do you control plant pests?

A forceful spray of water from the garden hose is one of the easiest ways to dislodge pests. Insecticidal soaps, horticultural oils, and insecticides made from plant extracts such as neem, pyrethrum, or sabadilla are natural alternatives to synthetic pesticides.

What are the 3 methods of pest control?

Modern Pest Control Methods

Biological Pest Control. Biological pest control is the most natural method known today. ...
Mechanical Pest Control. Mechanical pest control method includes the use of equipment as well as devices to get the job done. ...
Poisoned Bait. ...
Field Burning. ...
Trap Cropping. ...
Pesticides.

How can I control pests naturally?

It can be achieved on a small-scale by encouraging natural predators to live and breed in the area where pests are a problem. This can be achieved by having trees and hedges around the farm to provide a home for them. There are many insects and animals which should be encouraged because they feed on pests.

Which is the best method for pest control?

Pests can be controlled by practising good hygiene in the following ways:

Clean up after meals. ...
Put all rubbish into the bin.
Wrap all food scraps tightly in paper before putting them in the bin.
Keep all the benches, cupboards and floors clean and free of food scraps.