Spread grains on a clean tray under direct sunlight
Leave for a few hours to kill live weevils and eggs
Sift out dead bugs and debris
Store again in airtight containers with cloves
🌱 Eco-friendly, waste-free, and effective.
❄️ 4. Freeze Before You Store
Freezing is one of the easiest ways to kill hidden weevil eggs before they hatch.
✅ Do This:
Place rice or beans in a freezer-safe bag
Freeze for 48 hours
Let them return to room temperature before storing
🧊 Cold = clean and pest-free.
🔄 5. Use What You Buy — First In, First Out
Old grains attract weevils. The longer they sit, the more likely you’ll find pests. Keep a simple FIFO system in your pantry.
✅ Smart Pantry Habits:
Label jars with storage dates
Always use older grains first
Avoid overstocking beyond what you’ll use in a few months
📦 Fresh rotation = less waste, fewer pests.
⚙️ Why These Tricks Actually Work
Weevils are tiny but predictable. They hate:
Strong scents (cloves, chilies)
Dry air (sun-drying drives them out)
Sudden temperature changes (freezing stops eggs cold)
By combining these methods, you create a pantry environment that weevils simply can’t survive in.
🧽 Final Thoughts
You don’t need chemicals or pricey gadgets to win the battle against pantry pests. Just remember:
Use cloves
