What is the primary goal of pest control?

The primary goal of pest control is to minimize pest populations to avoid damage. Effective pest management focuses on keeping pest populations at levels that do not cause significant harm to structures, health, or the environment. This approach recognizes that while complete eradication of pests can be an unrealistic objective, maintaining populations at manageable levels helps prevent problems associated with infestations.

This strategy allows for a balanced coexistence with the ecosystem while protecting resources and human health. By minimizing the impact of pests rather than attempting to eliminate them entirely, pest control practices can be more sustainable and less reliant on potentially harmful chemical interventions, thus ensuring a more environmentally friendly approach.

Promoting the growth of pests, using the most toxic chemicals available, or attempting to completely eliminate all pests do not align with the principles of integrated pest management, which emphasize risk reduction and ecological balance over aggressive extermination strategies.