Pest control is the process of managing and regulating pests—such as insects, rodents, and other unwanted organisms—that negatively impact human activities, health, and property. Its primary goal is to eliminate or reduce the presence of pests to protect public health, prevent the spread of diseases, and safeguard food, crops, and buildings from damage. Pest control employs various methods including physical barriers, traps, chemical pesticides, biological control using natural predators, and environmental management.