Controlling Pests around the Home and Garden

Controlling pests around the home and garden often involves several different approaches. Integrated pest management, or IPM, is the most effective way to manage pests using nonchemical methods first and pesticides only when absolutely needed. The University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program (UC IPM) provides useful and practical pest management information for home gardeners and other audiences to prevent or control pests before they get out of hand.