What's more annoying than finding food moths in your stash?
It's the invasion in a short time in the whole pantry.
But that's no reason to use toxic products!
Especially in cupboards full of food... I am committed to using only natural, non-toxic tips to get rid of food moths.
Here are the methods I recommend to get rid of it, but also to prevent a new invasion.
If you have any doubts, first inspect your entire pantry.
Food moths look like small dark butterflies.
They tend to infest flours and cereals. So check those packages first.
Also check dried fruits, sweets, pet food (kibble type).
Look for adult moths, larvae and eggs, which may look like clusters of small specks like this:
Throw away infested food. Put them in a trash can away from home.
Thoroughly clean all the nooks and crannies of the cupboards.
Vacuum. Then pass a sponge of hot soapy water. Dry your cupboards well.
If there were signs of invasion, be sure to dispose of the trash cans and the vacuum bag outside, away from the house.
Clean food containers and all surfaces with white vinegar.
For extra protection, use a few drops of an essential oil such as peppermint, lemongrass, eucalyptus, or tea tree.
To prevent invasions, food should be stored in airtight glass, metal or plastic containers like these.
Your weapon:the laurel! It repels pantry insects.
Place bay leaves inside boxes and cabinets.
When you bring home dry goods, place them in a plastic bag in the freezer for a week to kill any eggs. If you have the space, you can use the freezer for long-term storage.
