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BPCA says bins are key battleground in protecting public from pests

British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging householders to prepare to deal with household waste themselves if kerbside collections are disrupted. In recent weeks, strike action by refuse collectors has been reported in the West Midlands, South Gloucestershire, Canterbury, Bristol and Somerset. Natalie Bungay, technical manager at BPCA, said: “Any disruption to bin collections is a concern, as overflowing wheelie …
BPCA says bins are key battleground in protecting public from pests

Vergo Pest Management unveils AI rodent detection solution

Vergo Pest Management has launched Pest Alert Sight, an innovative, intelligent thermal imaging AI rodent detection solution. With state-of-the-art technology and advanced artificial intelligence capabilities, Pest Alert Sight revolutionises traditional pest control methods by offering non-invasive detection, real-time alerts, and actionable insights for effective rodent management. Aiming to cut out invasive procedures and unreliable detection methods, Pest Alert Sight utilises …
Vergo Pest Management unveils AI rodent detection solution
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Pest control officers tell homeowner they cannot stop rats invading her garden

Pest control officers have told a 60-year-old homeowner in Wales that they cannot stop rats invading her garden because of the neighbour's mountains of rubbish. Wales Online reported that Glynis Sheard is one of a number of people living in Wildmill, Bridgend, in a state of frustration, wondering what is going to be done to improve the situation at a …
Pest control officers tell homeowner they cannot stop rats invading her garden

Sumitomo Chemical (UK) PLC are looking for a Commercial Manager

Sumitomo Chemical are looking for a Commercial Manager. They will be responsible for managing defined household insecticide customer accounts across Europe, as well as working with customers to implement the SCUK BPR solutions initiative.
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National Pest Awards 2023 – time to book your place

After a record number of entries for this year’s National Pest Awards, now is the time to book your place at the industry event of the year. Taking place in London on Thursday, September 7, the National Pest Awards is the industry’s chance to recognise the work of professional pest controllers. Tickets are priced at £205 (+VAT) each or £1,845 …
National Pest Awards 2023 – time to book your place

BirdAlert 2.0 is now available in the UK

Smart pest control technology continues to push forward and at PPC Live earlier this year attendees got to see the prototype BirdAlert 2.0 live in action. BirdAlert 2.0 takes audio bird scaring to the next level. Programmed to listen to its surroundings and pick up bird calls in the area with the specialist weatherproof microphone. Taking it one step further, …
BirdAlert 2.0 is now available in the UK
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BPCA to host biting-insect pests webinar next week

Biting insect pests can spread diseases, cause pain or discomfort and can be challenging to control, but being vigilant with a managed approach can make all the difference. During this webinar, which will take place from 12.30pm on Wednesday, August 2, John Horsley, technical support officer at BPCA, will explore: A range of different biting insects and their habitats; Managing …
BPCA to host biting-insect pests webinar next week

If you missed Pest 87 (June/July 2023) it's available online

Inside the June/July issue: Wasps, glue board updates, rodenticide alarm bells, mergers, digital pest control, "On the road", interviews with Scott Gammon & James Gilding, 'ask the expert', plus all your regular news, views and comment.
Pest 87: June / July 2023
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