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Pest controllers are reminded to check rodenticide labels of bromadiolone and difenacoum thoroughly as manufacturers confirm that rodenticide labels changed from 4th July 2024.This is an important reminder to pest control operators to check rodenticide labels for the removal of open spaces. As always, “read the label.” Legal authorisation is being withdrawn for open area…
Proof of competence prior to sale of rodent glue boards from 31st July 2024 to any potential UK customers. Proof of competence prior to sale of rodent glue boards from Killgerm will be operating point-of-sale control for the purchase of glue traps. Proof of competence prior to sale of rodent glue boards from For intended…
Today, Killgerm Group announces a new internal appointment for Killgerm Ireland. Porsia Schofield has been promoted as the new General Manager for Killgerm Ireland, effective from 1st July 2024. Porsia has been working within Killgerm Ireland (formerly Spraychem/Sprayclear) for 16 years, and she has been instrumental in supporting our Irish customers on several fronts over…
Updated 19th June 2024: Glue Trap licensing applications now open via Natural England Following on from the new glue trap licence regime announced by Natural England and Defra in May, the Glue Traps (Offences) Act 2022 will come into effect on 31 July 2024. Natural England have been appointed as the licensing authority and pest…
The UK’s Chief Plant Health Officer Professor Nicola Spence is urging UK beekeepers and the public to be increasingly vigilant to the presence of Asian hornet and report any sightings as we move into the peak summer season. The Asian hornet is smaller than our native hornet and poses no greater risk to human health…
Licences will only be issued for exceptional circumstances, and where all alternative methods of rodent control are ineffective or impractical. Only professional pest controllers involved in rodent control management will be able to hold a licence for glue trapping. A professional pest controller is someone who provides a pest control service for a public authority…
Many experienced bird control professionals can attest to the long-term efficacy of Bird Free, but, as with everything, correct installation is key. In this comprehensive guide, we provide step-by-step instructions on how to install Bird Free correctly to ensure optimal results every time. Importance of Correct Installation: With some basic training, even pest control operators…
Alan retires from his CRRU role at the end of April 2024, with a stellar career that has shaped the pest management industry for just over half a century. Many of our readers will be familiar with Alan as the Chair and driving force of the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU UK), the industry…
The Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use UK’s new chairperson is Nigel Cheeseright. Following a two-month handover from Dr Alan Buckle, who is retiring after two decades in the role, he begins a three-year term on 1 May. From 2010 to 2021 with Rentokil Initial as head of technical services then director of product development, Mr…