Syngenta and the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) have created an exciting new training initiative to develop the professional careers of young people starting out in the pest control industry. Syngenta NPTA 5<25 Professional Futures offers free training programme for five NPTA members’ employees under the age of 25 to the industry recognised RSPH…
RAMPS-UK are pleased to announce that their website, ramps-uk.org, has undergone a substantial refresh focused on enhanced content and practical functionality. This update is designed to make your work simpler and to streamline access to crucial information, rather than changing its overall look and feel. Along with streamlined content and simplified navigation, the website now…
Leading pest control solutions manufacturer, BASF, has announced that its popular insecticide Fendona® 6 SC is back on the market, providing professional pest controllers with a quick, effective solution. The fast-acting pyrethroid insecticide features a unique active ingredient, alpha-cypermethrin, that eliminates a variety of insects. A member of the synthetic pyrethroid family, Fendona®’s proven high-performance…
Killgerm Group is proud to announce an important investment in the organisational structure of their UK operations. From 18th November, James Garrison has been appointed as UK Managing Director with responsibility for the UK operations of both Killgerm Chemicals and PestWest Electronics. With a successful and varied background in sales and business management, James has…
The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kevin Lawrenson as its new Chief Executive Officer. With 18 years of experience in the pest control industry, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the organisation, marking an exciting new chapter for the NPTA and its members. Kevin’s career…
We are thrilled to announce that Dr Alan Buckle, representing the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU), has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Pest Awards. This award recognises Alan’s extraordinary contributions to the pest management industry, his decades of dedication, and his commitment to promoting responsible practices. The award, sponsored…
Hi, I’m Gerry! I am the new Killgerm Area Sales Manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland. My Experience I have recently worked for Orkin UK as a Contract Manager for NBC Environment for five and a half years and trained to RSPH Level 2. NBC is renowned as a national bird and pest control company,…
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…
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…