Pest control is the process of controlling, managing, minimizing or removing undesirable insects and other pests, from spaces occupied by people.

Pest control is the process of managing and preventing pests, such as insects, rodents, and other animals, from causing damage to crops, buildings, and other areas. There are a variety of pest control methods, including physical methods such as traps and barriers, and chemical methods such as pesticides.

Most specific insect control methods can be classified into the following major categories: cultural control, host resistance, physical control, mechanical control, biological control, and chemical control.