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15 April 2025
Eight risks homeowners need to be aware of during the Birmingham bin strikes
Families are at risk as bin strikes create a paradise for pests on the streets of Birmingham, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
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21 March 2025
Behaviour and activity of roof rats around bait stations
The NPMA funded a study in southern California, looking for fresh insights into black rat behaviour around bait stations. . More
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13 March 2025
Hantavirus and the role of pest control in preventing its spread
Following news of a high profile Hantavirus death recently, we've put together some information on the virus and how good pest management can help stop it spreading.. More
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26 February 2025
360 Wildlife Control offer subcontracting solution to glue board issue
Press release: BPCA member company 360 Wildlife Control are offering pest controllers the use of their 360 Jack Russell team.. More
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28 October 2024
VIDEO | Digital Forum 27 | Let's talk grey squirrels
In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Pest Control gives us the lowdown on grey squirrel control.. More
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05 August 2024
New guidance issued to professional rodenticide users
CRRU has released its latest CoBP, reflecting forthcoming legal requirements on professional rodenticide application and supporting the safe and effective rodent pest management delivered by gamekeepers, farmers and pest control technicians. . More
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26 February 2024
Think outside the box: tackling bait box avoidance in rodents
For pest professionals, it’s time to think outside of the bait box when it comes to rodent control. In PPC114, Laurence Barnard from BASF explains how.. More
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15 February 2024
Changes for farmers, gamekeepers and pest control businesses in new rodenticide stewardship report
The latest UK Rodenticide Stewardship annual report includes for the first time an explanation specific to rodent pest control of what constitutes a ‘building’.. More
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31 January 2024
Glue Traps (Offences) Act will likely take effect in July 2024, says Defra
Defra has confirmed that Natural England has been appointed as the regulator for glue trap licensing in England.. More
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02 January 2024
Professional rodenticide users have two years to prepare for changes
PRESS RELEASE: All user groups of SGARs covered by the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime have two years to prepare for a significant change in access to such products.. More
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05 December 2023
New data suggests that 74% of rats and mice sampled were resistant to anticoagulant rodenticides
New data released by CRRU UK shows that 73.7% of the Norway rats they sampled were anticoagulant rodenticide resistant.. More
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30 November 2023
CEPA welcomes draft committee decision on AVK rodenticides in Europe
CEPA has welcomed the European Commission's draft decision not to impose a ban on the use of AVK rodenticides for indoor control of mice. . More
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29 November 2023
Check loft for pests when you’re getting the decs
BPCA are urging householders to check attics for signs of pests when getting decorations down ready for Christmas.
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27 November 2023
Opinion: Game on! Throwing down the resistance gauntlet
In PPC113 Alex Wade, from Wade Environmental, asks pest professionals: "Is resistance our biggest challenge in 2024?". More
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27 November 2023
Don't open that trap door! Pests and non-pest species that could be lurking in your loft this winter
In this PPC113 seasonal special, Paul Westgate, from Veritas Pest Consultancy, takes a look at what or who could be lurking in our lofts during the winter. . More
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27 November 2023
Grey's anatomy: The modern grey squirrel dilemma
In PPC113 Dave Archer addresses the invasive threat of grey squirrels, delving into modern attitudes and effective control strategies.. More
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21 November 2023
Scottish glue board ban "needs more information" before going ahead, says Committee
BPCA has successfully lobbied for further scrutiny of the proposed glue board ban in Scotland. . More
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24 October 2023
Lottery boost to the grey squirrel fertility control programme
The UK Squirrel Accord (UKSA) is excited to announce the Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) is including an important trial in their exciting new project.. More
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23 October 2023
Storm Babet floods will flush out rats, says BPCA
A national trade body is urging householders to take steps to prevent rats seeking refuge in their homes from the recent flooding.. More
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30 August 2023
VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 sponsored slot | Non-chemical rodent control (NoCheRo)
In this video, Sharon Hughes and Laurence Barnard from BASF answer the question: are snap-traps a viable replacement for chemical control?. More
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30 August 2023
VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 | Dissecting the problems of the modern squirrel dilemma!
In this video, Dave Archer from DKA Training talks about grey squirrel control, attitudes to pest control and the tools pest controllers have to fight this invasive species. . More
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30 August 2023
VIDEO: Digital Forum 19 | CRRU Update August 2023
In this video, Dr Alan Buckle from CRRU UK talks about the latest rodenticide stewardship updates.. More
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28 September 2023
BPCA pens open letter to Minister for Rural Affairs ahead of imminent Welsh glue board ban on 17 October
The Agriculture (Wales) Bill, which includes a glue board ban, received Royal Assent with the sealing ceremony taking place on 17 August 2023. . More
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15 September 2023
Red Squirrel Awareness Week events
UK Squirrel Accord are marking Red Squirrel Awareness Week with free webinars. . More
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11 September 2023
CRRU UK: Ending SGAR use ‘away from buildings'
PPC magazine talks to CRRU UK about the changes to SGAR use away from buildings.. More