From Survival.news….
Keeping pests out of your kitchen ensures that your food supplies last a long time. Meanwhile, keeping pests away from your crops helps them grow healthy and strong. (h/t to FoodStorageMoms.com)
Below are 12 non-toxic ingredients that you can use to make natural pest control remedies for your homestead.
Keep your kitchen pest-free
Using pantry staples doesn’t just save you money on store-bought pest control products; it also ensures that the methods you use are chemical-free and safe for young children or pets.
Apple cider vinegar
Use apple cider to get rid of any fruit flies in your kitchen. Pour some apple cider vinegar (ACV) into a bowl, then add a drop of liquid dish soap. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap. Make tiny holes in the plastic. The apple cider vinegar will draw the fruit flies inside the bowl, but they can’t escape the ACV trap.