Pests & Farming

Farming is such an integral part of life today. From eggs to corn, the annual harvest is something to look forward to, not to mention important to our diets.

However, not many people realise the challenges farmers face to ensure a successful cultivation of fresh produce. With difficult weather conditions and pests going against a fruitful harvest, it can be difficult to ensure expectations are met on time, and in good measure.

Luckily though, pests can be dealt with in a safe and timely manner, providing the correct methods are taken to ensure an effective elimination.

Foxes, flies and ants are all examples of pests farmers face. Though an infestation can spread quickly, getting rid of these bugs and animals is more difficult, and each pest can wreak havoc on a farm – even one that hasn’t seen a successful harvest.

Whilst foxes are known to prey on farm animals like chickens, flies spread diseases, and ants are bound to have a nibble on leaves and sweet fruit, leaving you with disastrous results. On top of this, you also have slugs that eat oilseed rape seeds after they have been planted, which can affect overall production, as well as the quality of this particular crop.

So, what other dangers and impracticalities do pests pose for farmers? Read on to find out.

Quality

With slugs nibbling away at your lettuce leaves, there is no doubt that it will affect the quality of your produce. This may also affect your short-term sales in fresh goods and affect your business in the long-term. The latter may occur if the quality of your goods is a recurring issue, leaving buyers sceptical about your farm in general.

Quantity

On a par with quality, the quantity of your goods may also be affected if you have a pest problem. As many creepy crawlies target seeds, you may find yourself in a sticky situation if there is a fall in the production of crops as a result of an infestation.

Spread of Diseases

As mentioned, flies can spread diseases. However, they aren’t the only pest to be concerned about on the farm. Badgers, for example, are known to spread disease in farm animals like cows. Again, this can affect the quality and quantity of your produce and in some cases, make your meat unfit for sale.

Although you have the option to take pest control into your own hands by using chemicals, this may affect the quality of the harvest. It also has the potential to impact the health of those working on the farm and consuming the produce, as well as harm the environment.

Instead, it is recommended to get in touch with specialists who can tackle your pest problem head-on.

Our experts here at Empire Pest Control are both experienced and knowledgeable, making them the go-to team for effective pest control in London and the surrounding areas.

If you suspect you may have a pest problem, get in touch today to find out how we can help you and your farm.