I collect them and stuff them in bags. An old trick that wins. Food moths are leaving the house in a hurry

Food moths are common intruders in many kitchens. They feed on dry foods, especially grains, flour, cereals, animal food, nuts and dried fruits. They have a distinct reddish-brown tint on the outside of their wings, making them easier to spot.

How to check if I have food moths? Effective fighting methods are often the simplest

If you suspect you have food moths, first check every nook and cranny in your kitchen. While they tend to attack flour and grains, you’ll also want to look for dried fruits, candy, pet food, etc. Remember, you’re looking for adult moths, larvae, and eggs, which may look like spiderwebs or clumps of grains.

• Take everything out of the pantry or cupboard. Check each package and container for eggs, nets or small holes. Check the lids of the jars for eggs or cocoons. Anything you suspect may be infected should be disposed of immediately, preferably in an outdoor trash bin.
• Thoroughly clean every nook, corner and crevice using a vacuum cleaner and warm soapy water.

• Wipe shelves, food containers and other surfaces with white vinegar. For additional protection, use a few drops of essential oil, e.g. peppermint, eucalyptus or tea tree.
• To prevent an infestation, store food in airtight glass, metal or plastic containers.
• Bay leaves repel pantry insects. Place the leaves in the cabinets.
• When you bring dry goods from the store to , place them immediately in a plastic bag in the freezer for a week.

Pour into warm water and put in the cupboard. In just a few moments you will eliminate every single food moth Photo John-Reynolds / iStock

How to get rid of moles once and for all? A home remedy that will help you quickly forget about them

Chemicals are not an effective weapon in getting rid of food moths. In the past, our grandmothers reached for a plant that they picked in a meadow or in a park. It’s about common tansy, a popular weed that can be found from June to September.

1. Just go for a walk and collect its leaves and flowers.
2. Leave the collected pieces to dry completely in the sun.
3. Crumble dried leaves and flowers and place them in fabric bags.
4. Place them tied in strategic places in the kitchen, e.g. in the corner of the cabinet.

ADVICE! Tansy acts as a natural repellent, exploiting the weakness of food moths that hate intense odors. This method will also work to get rid of mosquitoes, flies and midges. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.