Voles in the landscape can be a frustrating problem, but by trying one or a combination of the controls mentioned, you may be able to reduce the amount of vole damage that is occurring.

Farmers planting in no-till systems are advised to scout their fields for voles before putting seed in the ground. Should they find trails or other signs voles are present, producers should begin a ...

One way to control voles is with mousetraps, which can be set at the entrance to their tunnels. But because of their high rate of reproduction, it can be difficult to control them, she said.

If you already have voles and are trying to control or eliminate them, consider: Live traps, with two open ends that are set along the trails. This is most effective in the autumn or late winter.

Even if predators are plentiful, voles can continue to damage plants if mulch is allowed to get too thick. A deep layer of mulch will provide a perfect vole habitat. Limit the depth of mulch to ...

A vole's lifespan lasts 2 to 16 months. Voles reproduce year-round, having 1 to 5 liters a year with litter sizes ranging from 1 to 11, but usually 3 to 6 young.

To control the voles, I suggest using mouse traps with peanut butter. These work extremely well from my own experience.

Joe Clements said he is certain his isn't the only pest control company receiving so many vole complaints. "We've been in business since '09 here in Utah," Joe Clements said.

To watch video about controlling voles, see this story at JournalNow.com. Q: I have a problem with moles or voles near my garden beds. What is the best way to control them? Answer: Moles feed on ...