05/28/2026
One of the cleverest tricks for getting rid of gophers and mice doesn't call for poison or traps—it’s dry ice. Farmers and groundskeepers have been using it for years, especially when other methods start to feel futile. Here’s how it works: find the burrow or nest, drop dry ice nuggets inside, and then cover the entrance with dirt. As the dry ice turns from solid to gas, it releases carbon dioxide, filling the tunnels with CO2 and pushing out all the oxygen. It’s a silent way to suffocate the problem at its source.
This trick works especially well in fields and pastures, where gophers can tear up roots and mice can chew their way through feed and wiring. The best part? Dry ice doesn’t leave chemicals behind. Unlike most pesticides, it won’t poison the soil or leach into groundwater, which means you’re not trading one problem for another. It’s about as clean as pest control gets—no toxic residue, no lasting mess, and no environmental hangover.
Just remember to handle the dry ice with care, and you’ll have a safe, simple way to keep rodents in check.
