01 March 2023

Professional Pest Controller issue 110 (PPC110) out now

Professional Pest Controller magazine issue 110 is out now and available to read online for free.. More

28 February 2023

New Polti Cimex Eradicator Plus launching at PPC Live

Press release: Say goodbye to bed bugs with Polti Cimex Eradicator Plus, launching at PPC Live 2023 in Harrogate, Yorkshire on 22 March. . More

28 February 2023

PestFix gear up for PPC Live in Harrogate

Press release: PestFix are excited to be exhibiting at PPC Live in less than four weeks' time, to highlight the amazing benefits that BPCA members can receive from them.. More

28 February 2023

PestWest to showcase latest innovations in flying insect control at PPC Live

Press release: PestWest will be in Yorkshire this March and the team is looking forward to seeing customers face-to-face.. More

28 February 2023

Barrettine to launch new insecticide at PPC Live

Press release: Barrettine Environmental Health are proud to announce the launch at PPC Live of an exciting new insecticide targeting flies and moths.. More

28 February 2023

Flock Off exhibiting for first time in the UK at PPC Live

Press release: The leading provider of technology-based bird control will showcase the Flock Off System, an electromagnetic bird repellent aimed at being the future of bird control. . More

27 February 2023

Andermatt UK exhibiting for first time ever at PPC Live

Press release: Bed bug treatment InsectoSec Tape will be centre stage on the Andermatt stand at PPC Live.. More

27 February 2023

Giveaways for Syngenta Pest App users at PPC Live

Press release: Find out how to pick up a FREE pack of OutCast Ant when visiting the Syngenta stand at PPC Live this March.. More

27 February 2023

Vergo Pest Management talking careers at PPC Live 2023

Press release: Are you looking for the next step in your career? Meet the friendly Vergo team, who will welcome you at stand 36.. More

27 February 2023

Editorial: The sustainable pest management magazine

In this issue of PPC magazine, Scott and Dee explain how PPC magazine is put together and the environmentally friendly changes to materials and packaging. . More

24 February 2023

Edialux to bring new insect control products to PPC Live

Press release: Edialux Professional are delighted to be showing two recent additions to the Infiniti family at the pest control exhibition this March.. More

24 February 2023

Killgerm 'looking forward to returning to PPC Live'

BPCA member Killgerm will be heading back to Harrogate to showcase their latest products to pest professionals. . More

24 February 2023

WowNow Hire ready to lift you to new heights at PPC Live

Press release: BPCA member WowNow Hire has been supporting pest control businesses across the UK for over 20 years and will be ready to welcome you to their stand. . More

24 February 2023

Julie brings supportive bookkeeping to PPC Live

Press release: Julie Holland will be bringing over 40 years of finance experience to the pest control industry when she exhibits with Blu Bookkeeping at PPC Live. . More

23 February 2023

Why rodenticide resistance poses a problem for food processors

Food processors using ‘permanent baiting’ as a form of DIY pest control could be inadvertently contributing to the rise of the rodenticide-resistant pests, says Technical Manager at British Pest Control Association (BPCA), Natalie Bungay.. More

22 February 2023

Glueboards in Wales and implications for the rest of the UK

In November, BPCA's Chief Executive Ian Andrew represented the pest control industry in the fight for glue board use at a Welsh Parliament Select Committee.. More

22 February 2023

PestScan to give live demos of pest control software at PPC Live

Press release: Are you ready for the next step in digitising your business? See PestScan at PPC Live this March!. More

22 February 2023

Come see new 1env products at PPC Live in March

Press release: BPCA member 1env have added to their solar panel proofing range, and you can see the new products at PPC Live 2023.. More

22 February 2023

Inspector Pipes to display interactive exhibit at PPC Live 2023

Press release: Come try out the CoverUp Key at the DCR Inspection Systems/Inspector Pipes stand at PPC Live in Harrogate this March.. More

22 February 2023

Lodi UK gears up for PPC Live 2023 with new flea monitoring system

Press release: BPCA member Lodi UK will be bringing new pest control products and competitions to the Yorkshire Event Centre this March. . More

21 February 2023

VIDEO: Bird management licences in 2023 and non-lethal control

In this video, Natalie discusses UK bird legislation, the hierarchy of controls including non-lethal options and UK bird licensing.. More

21 February 2023

New BPCA committee: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As part of BPCA’s ongoing commitment to helping members tackle recruitment and retention issues, the Executive Board has given the go-ahead for a new committee.. More

21 February 2023

Pests in the press: October to December 2022

Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness. . More

21 February 2023

Pests in politics: Winter 2022-2023

BPCA’s lobbying work continues. Stay up-to-date with all things pest in the UK parliament and devolved administrations. PPC helps keep you firmly in the loop.. More

21 February 2023

Ask the technical team March 2023

Glue boards, product storage, bat droppings, field mice and Ficam all feature in this issue of Ask the BPCA technical team.. More

21 February 2023

Bioacoustic bird management: why it works and why it doesn’t

Peter Bowers-Davis, Director and co-owner of Integrum Services, talks to PPC magazine about what to expect from his upcoming PPC Live talk on bioacoustics in bird management.. More

21 February 2023

Pest control contract specifications: a checklist for food clients

Grahame Turner, from BPCA Consultant member company PestAcuity, is back! He’s put together a checklist of items you might need to include for your food clients when working on a pest control specification.. More

21 February 2023

Preventing insect damage in dry food storage

Mike Kelly presented at the International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) Conference 2022 in Zanzibar, and gave an overview of pest insects in food storage. . More

21 February 2023

Japanese adventure: Pest Summit 2022

BPCA Life Member Frances McKim visited Japan last year for the FAOPMA Summit in Kyoto. Here she reports on the event for PPC magazine. . More

21 February 2023

Member benefit in focus: Free SSIP assessments from CQMS

Kerry Howe, Director of CQMS, explains the CQMS health and safety accreditation, and how it works for your business.. More

21 February 2023

The good, the bad and the ugly: my first year as a pest controller

Jonathan Ely, Director of Three Counties Pest Control, talks to PPC magazine about his experiences as a new pest control business owner and why being a BPCA member is important to him.. More

21 February 2023

Pest control treatment reports: tips and templates to get you started

In this PPC110 article, BPCA Technical and Compliance Manager Natalie Bungay gives you some great reasons to fill in and file those pest control reports. . More

21 February 2023

BPCA Annual Report 2022

A look back at what BPCA and our members have achieved together in 2022. . More

21 February 2023

President's Report: Challenges and progress

In Chris Cagienard's first President's Report since taking the role, he talks about delivering on the Association's strategy during a milestone year for BPCA.. More

21 February 2023

BPCA Committee Reports 2022

BPCA is run by members, for members. Here the Chairs of BPCA's various Committees update you on the work they've been doing in 2022. . More

21 February 2023

BPCA Treasurer’s report 2022

Mark Williams gives his report on the association's finances in 2022.. More

21 February 2023

BPCA Board - They work for you

The Executive Board is the governing body of the Association, and Board Members, as Directors, have a duty of care to both BPCA Members and the BPCA Staff team. . More

21 February 2023

INFOGRAPHIC: 2022 in numbers

Take a look at the key figures from BPCA's 2022 annual report.. More

21 February 2023

PPC Live 2023 show guide out now

The show guide for 2023's biggest UK pest management event is out now in PPC110. . More

20 February 2023

Industry mourns the passing of John Hope

BPCA is deeply saddened to report the passing of pest management consultant and industry stalwart, John Hope.. More

17 February 2023

New Metex rat blocker hits the market in time for PPC Live

Press release: A new Metex rat blocker has been launched and you can come check it out at PPC Live.. More

15 February 2023

Laser Industrie to showcase spraying products at PPC Live

Press release: Sprayer specialists Laser Industrie will be showing their comprehensive range of professional grade compression units at PPC Live in Harrogate this March.. More

07 February 2023

New member benefit: Life, vehicle and more insurance products from Stubben Edge (Risk)

BPCA has partnered with Stubben Edge (Risk) to offer members a growing range of insurance products that meet the demands and needs of those working in the pest management sector. . More

06 February 2023

PestWorld 2023 to be held in Honolulu, Hawaii

NPMA invites all pest professionals to join them for PestWorld 2023 in Hawaii this October.. More

03 February 2023

UPDATED | Ficam D to be withdrawn from the market in 2024

BPCA member Envu UK has announced the withdrawal of Ficam D (Bendiocarb) from the market due to "regulatory measures".. More

03 February 2023

IPS appoints Wirral man to key operational role

Press release: International Pheromone Systems has appointed Ian Morris as Assistant Operations Manager at the company’s headquarters in Cheshire. . More

30 January 2023

BASF launches new monitoring paste

Press release: Pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, is launching a non-toxic Monitoring Paste to enable pest controllers to detect early rodent activity, it has announced.. More

25 January 2023

VIDEO: Bee removal basics for pest professionals

In this video, John explores basic bee biology, bee colony and nest structure, and types of bee removal.. More

25 January 2023

Alex Ashmore appointed as CEO of Pelsis Group

Press release: Pelsis Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Alex Ashmore as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1 February 2023. . More

25 January 2023

Rodent traps are a suitable alternative to chemicals for controlling house mice infestations, says ECHA

The European Chemicals Agency now considers mechanical traps suitable alternatives to anticoagulants for controlling indoor mice infestations.. More