Botanicals have been used for centuries as a means of pest management, and their role in modern pest control practices continues to be significant. Botanicals are derived from plants and can include compounds such as essential oils, extracts, and powders. They can be used in various forms, including sprays, dusts, and fumigants. The active ingredients in botanicals have different modes of action, including repellency, toxicity, and growth regulation, which can target different types of pests. Additionally, botanicals are often considered safer alternatives to synthetic pesticides, as they are biodegradable and have lower levels of toxicity to non-target organisms.