Question:

Aren't birds pests? Why would I want them on my farm?

Answer:

• The overwhelming majority of songbirds feed their chicks insects during the nesting season. They can provide farms valuable pest control services.
• A very few of these species cause farmers problems later when crops are ready to harvest.
• Just like insects, we can't lump the beneficial birds with the pest birds.
• See our resources below for ways to support beneficial birds and mange pest birds.

Learn More:

• Supporting Beneficial Birds and Managing Pest Birds Publication
• Nesting Structures for Beneficial Birds on the Farm Publication
• Don't Be Afraid of Birds Video