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Homes & Gardens
Holly Crossley

How to protect soft fruits from birds, pests and other wildlife – 3 expert-approved ways to keep your crops safe, and what to avoid

Raspberries growing.

Soft fruits, such as raspberries, strawberries, and grapes, are some of the best summer crops. And if you're growing them yourself, the last thing you want is for an uninvited visitor to help themselves while your back is turned. Birds and other wildlife can make a beeline for these delicious treats – and insects can be a pain, too.

The good news is, there are a few effective pest control methods that will help keep interlopers away, allowing your fruits to ripen in peace. With these in place, you're more likely to be rewarded with a bumper crop once it's time to pick, making it well worth the effort.

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