What were the ancient methods of pest management ?

Botanical pesticides were used. During storage, neem leaves were often employed to keep storage insects and seed infection at control. There is also a belief that seed should be treated with coal ash before storage to minimise insect damage. Before storage, pigeon pea seeds were sun dried to minimise moisture content, which was a standard method in Ancient times for the control of insects and vermin. Resin application to roots has been recommended for preventing cracking of pomegranate is found in ancient literature.