RAT-PROOF YOUR GARDEN

I’ve been blaming the blackbirds and thrushes for decimating my tomatoes but it seems that rats are in residence too. My son’s girlfriend spotted a brazen rat making off with a whole tomato and managed to photograph it when it came back for more. There’s been some tunnelling activity in the compost bin as well. I prefer to set traps as they kill instantly rather than use baits, which cause a slow death by dehydration. Peanut butter, bits of fat or cooked meat are recommended baits. Place traps under cover out of reach of children and pets. If you use