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Pest 74 (April/May 2021) out now

Pest Magazine April/May 21 digital edition
The April/May issue is now available online! In this issue of Pest, we announce that the National Pest Awards 2021 gala dinner and ceremony will now take place on Thursday, September 9 at the iconic Houses of Parliament in London. The issue also includes an interview with James Gilding, the new managing director of Terminix UK…

Pelsis acquires California-based humane bird deterrent business

Pelsis Group has acquired Bird-B-Gone, a California-based leading manufacturer of humane bird deterrents, as part of its international growth strategy, for an undisclosed sum. Bird-B-Gone is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the North Yorkshire-based company, with all its employees, customers and suppliers transferring to Pelsis Group. Founded in 1992 by Bruce and Julie Donoho, Santa Ana-based Bird-B-Gone specialises in manufacturing …
Pelsis acquires California-based humane bird deterrent business

Research set to benefit the identifying and managing of pest insects

Technology that was first used to distinguish healthy tissues from cancerous ones in humans has been successfully used to identify insects. Research by the University of Liverpool, in conjunction with International Pheromone Solutions (IPS), could have huge benefits for the food industry. The technique could enable growers and importers to identify pest insect species quickly and accurately. The research was …
Research set to benefit the identifying and managing of pest insects

BPCA offers vehicle and office cleaning checklist to members

The British Pest Control Association has released a template cleaning schedule that is available to download now from the member documents area of its website, to help businesses prepare for COVID-19 inspections. Since last summer, the Health and Safety Executive has been making spot checks on reopened businesses, to ensure compliance with Covid-19 measures. BPCA issued some guidance in September …
BPCA offers vehicle and office cleaning checklist to members

Biological control approved in fight against invasive tree pest

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has approved the release of a parasitoid wasp to tackle the Oriental Chestnut Gall Wasp has been approved in England. The wasp, Torymus sinensis, is a natural biological control agent which is hoped will help reduce the spread of Oriental Chestnut Gall Wasp in England, to protect the health of sweet chestnut trees. …
Biological control approved in fight against invasive tree pest

Pestokill launches sports club grant scheme

A new grant scheme for sports teams and clubs of all shapes and sizes has been launched by independent pest control business, Pestokill, to help support sport, exercise and activities as the nation emerges from the latest lockdown. The company is offering grants of £1,000, £500 and £250 to clubs, teams and societies located throughout the UK, regardless of whether …
Pestokill launches sports club grant scheme
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