Farms are a critical link in today’s supply chain. Despite your best efforts to keep pests out, they can still affect your operations.
Agricultural businesses, by nature, often include both indoor and outdoor facilities. While this may be a necessity of the industry, it can result in open doors and windows that invite pests in. Once inside, pests can quickly spread and cause damage to livestock, farm buildings, equipment, and your reputation. That's why in agriculture, pest control is considered vital.
Our highly trained technicians know what it takes to keep pests out of your farming and agricultural properties. We have a range of innovative solutions that can be tailored to protect your property and products.
For more information on our farming and agricultural pest control services, call 866-976-0328 or fill out our online contact form.
Pest management for farming operations goes beyond pest removal; it’s about year-round health for crops and livestock. We customize the pest control plan for your specific operation, addressing threats like rodents that damage equipment and spread disease, insects that harm plants and animals, and fungi that reduce yields.
Our integrated pest management (IPM) approach combines preventive measures with targeted treatments and ongoing monitoring to safeguard barns, fields, and stored products. Whether handling urgent outbreaks or planning long-term prevention, our experts respond quickly and care for your farm as if it were their own.
Protecting your livelihood means preventing pest problems before they start. Pests can disrupt operations and damage produce. Our highly trained team provides customized farming pest control, whether it's crop fields, livestock, barns, or storage facilities. We help protect agricultural operations from many common pests, including the following.
Stored product insects can damage grain, feed, and other commodities by contaminating or consuming them, which can lead to costly product loss.
Rodents chew through packaging, wiring, and structures, and their droppings can contaminate stored crops and feed. In agricultural settings, they also threaten livestock health and can cause financial loss if populations grow unchecked.
Many beetle species target crops in fields or stored commodities, reducing quality and market value. Infestations often spread quickly, making early identification and consistent monitoring essential for protecting harvests.
Wildlife such as raccoons, skunks, and ground-dwelling animals can damage structures, irrigation systems, and stored feed. They may also spread diseases that affect livestock.
Birds can contaminate feed, water sources, and stored products with droppings, creating sanitation and disease concerns. Their nesting and roosting behaviors can also damage buildings and equipment across agricultural facilities.
Flies thrive in agricultural environments where livestock, waste, or moisture are present, spreading bacteria as they move between surfaces.
Ticks pose a threat in agricultural settings because they can transmit diseases that affect both livestock and workers. Their presence in fields or grazing areas can reduce herd health and lead to long-term management challenges.
Pest infestations can create an unsafe work environment for employees, break safety standards and diminish the quality of your product for your customers. A farming facility that does not utilize commercial pest control practices may experience the following consequences:
Sustainable pest control relies on more than one solution. Integrated pest management (IPM) uses a range of proven techniques to protect crops, livestock, people, and the environment. IPM goes beyond minimizing pesticide use. Instead, it blends proactive monitoring, physical and biological controls, and smart, targeted action to manage pests with less risk.
Our expert technicians and entomologists work with you to create sustainable pest management plans. We’re dedicated to helping you optimize your farm’s productivity and the well-being of everyone who relies on it. In farming, pest control with an integrated approach helps safeguard what matters, using preventive programs to reduce pest risks year-round.
We start by inspecting your farm or agricultural site to identify pest pressures, entry points, and environmental conditions that allow pests to thrive. You’ll get a clear summary of the risks we find and the steps that can help protect your crops, feed, or livestock.
With the inspection complete, we apply treatments designed for the specific pests and areas on your property. This may include focused applications, trapping, or exclusion work to help reduce activity without disrupting your daily farm routines.
After the initial treatments, we put measures in place to help prevent pests from returning. We use monitoring tools, share practical sanitation and site-management tips, and recommend ongoing service to support long-term protection across your operation.
Pest birds like pigeons and starlings can impact your food production significantly, spread diseases such as ornithosis, E. coli and salmonella, and cause damage to your crops. These diseases can also cause food-borne illnesses.
Our expert solutions include a range of proofing methods tailored to your property:
Effective bird control requires the use of reliable professional services to ensure a long term solution to any pest bird problem.
Western Exterminator serves farms and agricultural facilities of all sizes. We are the industry experts and know exactly what it takes to protect your farm, livestock, and business. From innovative solutions to problems new and old, to integrated pest management practices that encompass all aspects of pest control, to proactive monitoring and support, you can rely on us.
Farmers rely on integrated strategies, which often include targeted pesticides, biological controls, and operational practices to manage pests effectively. This balanced approach helps protect crops while minimizing risks to people, animals, and the environment. Our technicians can advise on the best approach for your operation.
The most common pests farmers face can vary by region, but insects like aphids and caterpillars frequently impact a wide range of crops. These pests can cause significant damage if not managed proactively.
Monitoring, biological controls, and responsible pesticide use when necessary can be effective ways to control pests in agriculture.
Farmers may use natural methods such as crop rotation, encouraging beneficial insects, physical barriers and deterrents, and selecting pest-resistant plant varieties to control pests without chemical pesticides.
The cost of pest control services can vary based on crop type, pest severity, and treatment methods, with customized programs designed to fit each farmer’s needs and budget. We'll provide a clear quote for agricultural pest control so you know what to expect.
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