{"id":2260,"date":"2019-03-06T13:00:39","date_gmt":"2019-03-06T18:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=2260"},"modified":"2019-03-06T13:01:29","modified_gmt":"2019-03-06T18:01:29","slug":"humane-farming-5-ways-to-keep-critters-and-twitters-out-of-your-crops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/humane-farming-5-ways-to-keep-critters-and-twitters-out-of-your-crops\/","title":{"rendered":"Humane Farming: 5 Ways to Keep Critters and Twitters out of Your Crops"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Deer, rabbits, and boars, oh my!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest threats commercial farmers face come with an actual face. A single&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/wildpiginfo.msstate.edu\/damage-to-crops-by-pigs.html\">wild boar<\/a> can damage farming equipment, ruin plants and prey on livestock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pellet guns, poisons, and deadly traps are all effective ways to keep animals away. Yet, what do you do if you want to humanely keep animals from eating your food?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, there are bird deterrent devices and other nonviolent ways to let the wildlife know they\u2019re unwanted. Read on if you\u2019d like to learn how to humanely keep any critter from gobbling up your profits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bird Deterrent Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you dealing with pesky tweety birds tormenting your fields? Here are a few nonviolent ways you can get them to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Flash tape<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.falconcropprotection.com\/\">Falcon Crop Protection<\/a><\/li><li>Netting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Netting is one of the most effective humane methods for keeping birds at bay. Simply drape the netting over the crops you want to keep safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a low lying crop, try using a floating frame to cover your rows. The net can then go over the frame to create an additional barrier between your food and the birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small Birds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re dealing with small birds, you&#8217;ll need to monitor the nets. Sometimes small birds can end up caught in the net, and eventually dying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Periodically have someone check the net for any trapped birds. If you\u2019re frequently finding small birds in the net, you should try one of the other 2 bird deterrent options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sound the Alarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using sound is a particularly effective method if you\u2019re dealing with underground varmints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by placing a radio (that uses batteries) inside a sealed plastic bag. Make sure the radio is on, and tune it to a talk radio station. Next, put the sealed radio in the tunnel, or hole entrance of the underground critter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The radio frequencies are unpleasant for most underground animals. When you add in the human voices, most wildlife will leave the scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many times, humane deterrents require a bit of trial and error. Wait a week to see if the radio is able to solve the problem you\u2019re having.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plant Something Gross<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding plants animals find gross can help prevent them from returning. Once you know the animals that are frequenting your fields you can serve them up a nasty harm free snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a list of plants you can put in your fields and the animals that find them disgusting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Daffodils-Deer<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/outdoors\/flowers-and-plants\/20-flowers-and-plants-rabbits-hate-pictures\">Azalea-Rabbits<\/a><\/li><li>Marigold-Moles<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re dealing with armadillos, try using castor oil. The castor oil will penetrate the ground and create an odor armadillos find repulsive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Work Smarter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning about bird deterrent devices shows you&#8217;re committed to finding quality solutions. At Your Business is here to help make your job easier. We provide free web services to help you with common business tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, if you\u2019re farming as a way of life, many of your expenses are tax deductible. Keep records of everything you purchase to improve your farming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t rely on other companies to keep track of the items you buy. Instead, stay extra prepared by creating your own receipts. For help, check out our  and use it for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deer, rabbits, and boars, oh my! One of the biggest threats commercial farmers face come with an actual face. A single&nbsp;wild boar can damage farming equipment, ruin plants and prey on livestock. Pellet guns, poisons, and deadly traps are all effective ways to keep animals away. 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