Rodent Control Methods

Are mice turning into unwanted tenants? Take care of that infestation by hiring one of the best mouse exterminators. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Photo: istockphoto.com Whether hunting for a food source or seeking shelter from the elements, mice often find their way into cottages, houses, and apartments. These pests scurry through the ceilings and walls, nesting in warm, dark locations where they can stay safe during the day. When night falls, mice become more active as they attempt to find food. Mice will chew through wood and drywall to make small holes they can slip into and out of whenever convenient. However, they can also enter existing crevices no wider than their heads, so keeping these pests out of a home can be difficult. If a homeowner knows how to get rid of mice in the walls and other places mice hide, they may set up traps or bait and wait for the mice to fall for this deception. But while a homeowne

( Beyond Pesticides, November 25, 2022) A study published in  Chemosphere   adds to the growing body of research demonstrating the endocrine (hormone) disrupting effects of glyphosate play in breast cancer development. Exposure to the herbicide glyphosate and other glyphosate-based herbicides (GBHs) at high concentrations mimics the estrogen-like cellular effects of 17β-estradiol (E2), altering binding activity to estrogen receptor α (ERα) sites, thus causing fundamental changes in breast cancer cell proliferation (abundance).  Glyphosate is the most commonly used active ingredient worldwide, appearing in many herbicide formulas, not just Bayer's (formerly Monsanto) Roundup®. The use of this chemical has been increasing since the inception of crops genetically modified to tolerate glyphosate over two decades ago. The toxic herbicide readily contaminates the ecosystem with residues pervasive in food and water commodities. In addition to this stu

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu.  We are having a terrible time with oxalis in our landscape. It is in some of our flowerbeds and even in the lawn. We've tried to control it in the past, but we don't seem to be making much headway. How do you recommend controlling this weed? — Andy Oxalis, also called woodsorrel, is a cool-season perennial weed that is very difficult to control. The most active growing season is October to May. With its three-part leaves, oxalis resembles and is sometimes called clover. But it is not related and is far more common than clover in flowerbeds. There are several species of oxalis with different leaf shapes growing in our area, but they all have the three-part, clover-like leaves. Control requires persistent effort over time. It takes repeate

Update:  In the most recent election figures from the Colorado Secretary of State's Office, posted at 12:13 p.m. today, Democrat Adam Frisch continues to lead Republican incumbent Lauren Boebert in the race for U.S. Representative from District 3, but his lead has narrowed to 50.41 percent to 49.59 percent, which translates to a little over 2,000 votes out of nearly 300,000 cast. The percentages in the District 8 contest between Republican Barb Kirkmeyer and Democrat Yadira Caraveo remain the same in the latest data; Caraveo leads 49.05 percent to 47.09 percent — an approximately 3,400 vote margin out of almost 177,000 total. Continue for our previous coverage. In the week leading to the November 8 election, polls predicted few close races among candidates in major Colorado races. But while many of the outcomes were predictable, including the easy wins scored by Governor Jared Polis and incumbent U.S. representatives Diana DeGette and Ken Buck, a number of others

Photo: istockphoto.com Q: Something is moving around in my attic, and I think it may be a raccoon. How do I get rid of a raccoon in the attic? A: Raccoons in the attic are a common problem for homeowners. Garbage or food left outdoors can lure a raccoon to the property, and the animal may then seek shelter in a garage or attic. Raccoons don't just cause a mess and make noise; they also carry diseases that can be transmitted to people and their pets. Whether homeowners are looking for how to get rid of raccoons under the house or in the attic, here's a guide to dealing with these furry fiends. Raccoon in the attic? Maybe it's time to call a wildlife removal specialist. Get free, no-commitment project estimates experts near you. + A wildlife removal company can efficiently and humanely get a raccoon out of the attic. Photo: istockphoto.com The best way to get rid of unwanted critters is by hiring a professional. One of the best wildlife removal services handles all the