Published Jul 24, 2023
Wild animal attacks on crops can cause serious damage to crops. Explore effective methods to prevent these attacks, including fencing, scare tactics, netting, and companion planting.
Keeping wild animals away from crops and livestock can be achieved through a highly effective method called fencing. One popular type of fence that delivers a shock to animals upon contact is electric fencing.
You can apply repellents directly to prevent wild animals from entering crop areas. Natural repellents such as vinegar and decomposed meat scraps can be effective.
Physical structures called biophysical barriers can be employed to keep animals away from crops. These barriers can be in the form of scarecrows, netting, or chicken wire.
Electronic mouse repellents emit high-frequency noises to keep pests away from crop and nesting areas. They're effective against mice, insects, cockroaches, and rats.
Farmers can prevent animal damage to their crops and make their fields less attractive to animals by rotating their crops and planting different types.