11 May 2021

PGH Beegone celebrates first franchisee

PRESS RELEASE PGH Beegone Franchising Limited, the pest control and live bee removal franchise, is quick off the starting block after recruiting its first franchisee within six weeks of launching. David Hasler, of Ely, Cambridges.... More

06 May 2021

Can rodents transmit Covid-19? A government report

Defra and the Joint Biosecurity Centre (JBC) have presented a paper on the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infections in rodents occurring from exposure to humans. The paper was presented on 8 April 2021 and focused on answering three crucial.... More

05 May 2021

Pelsis announces Bird-B-Gone acquisition

PRESS RELEASE BPCA member Pelsis Group has acquired a California-based leading manufacturer of humane bird deterrents as part of its international growth strategy. Bird-B-Gone has become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Knar.... More

04 May 2021

Sports club grant scheme launched by Pestokill

PRESS RELEASE A new grant scheme for sports teams and clubs of all shapes and sizes has been launched by BPCA member Pestokill, to help support sport, exercise and activities as the nation emerges from the latest lockdown. .... More

28 April 2021

Vehicle and office cleaning checklist available now for members

To help businesses prepare for Covid-19 inspections, BPCA has released a template cleaning schedule that is available to download now from the Member Documents Area (login required). Since around June last year, the Hea.... More

27 April 2021

Biological control approved in fight against invasive tree pest

Release of a parasitoid wasp to tackle the Oriental Chestnut Gall Wasp has been approved in England, says Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). The wasp, Torymus sinensis, is a natural biological control agent which is hoped wi.... More

23 April 2021

Covid resilience praised in CEPA Annual Report 2020

The CEPA Annual Report 2020 has been published and is now available to read online. CEPA, the European Pest Management Solutions Professional Association, had a busy year lobbying key decision-makers and stakeholders in Brussels.... More

23 April 2021

VIDEO: Trademarks for pest management companies

In this video, guest speaker Tania Clark, Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys, explains: What is a trade mark? Do you need to register your company or brand? What can be trade-marked? What’s the difference between a trade m.... More

16 April 2021

BPCA shortlisted for Association Excellence Awards 2021

BPCA is delighted to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in three different categories at the Association Excellence Awards (AEA). The Association Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the work that associations, trade orga.... More

16 April 2021

VIDEO: Managing bees in pest control environments

As a pest management technician, understanding when and how to deal with bees can be a challenge. In this video, Natalie Bungay looks at bee behaviour, identification and control options which satisfy both the customer and the environment. .... More

14 April 2021

Grain store pest protection webinar - register now!

BPCA member Lodi UK will host their first ever webinar to advise growers, agronomists, and pest controllers on the latest best practice on effective grain store pest protection. What: Grain Store Pest Protection  When: 10am.... More

14 April 2021

Static rodenticide residues in barn owl surveillance

Two-thirds of barn owls analysed have been found with detectable liver residues of two or more second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs), says Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU). Another 21% were positive.... More

06 April 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 8 - Syngenta providing the right support for PCOs

In this video, Daniel Lightfoot talks about Syngenta's business aims and how the right technology can provide additional support for pest control technicians.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events&nb.... More

06 April 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 8 - Cluster and other small fly control

In this video Paul Westgate, Veritas Pest Consultancy, talks about fly identification, biology and control.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest management can le.... More

06 April 2021

VIDEO: Digital Forum 8 - Pest surveying techniques and customer communication

In this video, Matt from Lodi UK gives a presentation on things to consider when carrying out a pest management survey.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free events so everyone interested in pest manag.... More

01 April 2021

Almost half of feral pigeons carry infectious disease, BPCA warns

PRESS RELEASE Up to 49 per cent of feral pigeons could carry an infectious disease that can be passed to humans, a trade body has warned. British Pest Control Association (BPCA), has issued an online guide to tackling proble.... More

31 March 2021

Postponement of approval expiry dates for renewals of 8 active substances

HSE has agreed a postponement of the approval expiry dates for eight active substances which were due to lapse within the next six months.  Under the GB Biocidal Products Regulation, where for reasons beyond the control of the applican.... More

31 March 2021

Scottish Animal Welfare Commission recommends the ban of rodent glue boards

In its March 2021 report, the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission (SAWC) has made its recommendations on the future of glue boards to ministers. The report considers the animal welfare issues surrounding the use of glue traps.... More

29 March 2021

BPCA's call for urgent rethink of post-Brexit biocide regulation sees fumigants registration extended

BPCA has written to Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to ask for them to reconsider their approach to biocidal product reviews after the Association’s Fumigations and Controlled Environments (FaCE) group raised concerns for the f.... More

29 March 2021

BPCA holds 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually

The British Pest Control Association’s 2021 AGM has been held online alongside the BPCA member awards. Led by BPCA President Philip Halpin, the meeting was streamed live online from the BPCA offices. It is now available to watch in fu.... More

29 March 2021

BPCA Life Membership awarded to CRRU Chairman

Dr Alan Buckle was the deserving recipient of the BPCA Life Membership award at the AGM on 26 March 2021. To be considered for Life Membership an individual should have demonstrated significant, sustained and high-quality service.... More

28 March 2021

VIDEO: Regulation of Biocides in UK - an update from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

The Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) within HSE regulates pesticides, biocides, industrial and consumer chemicals, detergents and the export and import of dangerous chemicals. The key pieces of legislation involved are: The Plant Pr.... More

25 March 2021

VIDEO: Understanding biological hazards of professional pest control

 As pest technicians, you will come into contact with some form of biohazard on a daily basis. In this video, Natalie Bungay examines the biological hazards associated with the work of pest management professionals and how to miti.... More

23 March 2021

BPCA negotiates lateral flow Covid-19 test discounts for pest professionals

After feedback from several member companies, BPCA has negotiated a discount on novel coronavirus antigen detection kits for the entire UK pest control sector. While Covid-19 tests are freely available to UK businesses via the go.... More

19 March 2021

Too much to see as PestExtra 2021 goes viral

British Pest Control Association’s digital pest management event, PestExtra 2021, saw huge numbers of visitors when it took place this week.    When Covid-19 put a temporary halt on physical events, BPCA took the.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: A Modern Rat’s Tale: Dutch Experiences With Rodenticide Reduction

Recent policy changes have reduced the opportunity for the use of rodenticides for both citizens and professionals to be used and more focus is put on the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). However, reality is unruly and in man.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Amazing indoxacarb technology – how does it work?

In this video Daniel Lightfoot, Syngenta, gives an overview of the active ingredient of the novel insecticide indoxacarb. The talk covers how the technology works and how this can be a great tool for pest controllers in a number o.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: An Introduction to CALM

Every week 125 people in the UK take their own lives. And 75% of all UK suicides are male.CALM exists to change this. In this video Rosy Candlin, from CALM talks through who CALM is, what they do and the importance of talking openly about m.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: An Introduction to the BPCA Manufacturers and Distributors Committee

What is the BPCA Manufacturers and Distributors Committee and how can you get involved? An introduction to the British Pest Control Association Committee by long-serving member, Jim Kirk. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021:.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: An Introduction to the BPCA Outreach and Communications Committee

What is the BPCA Outreach and Communications committee and how can you get involved? An introduction to the British Pest Control Association Committee by it's chair, Julia Pittman. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pes.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: An Introduction to the BPCA Servicing Committee

What is the BPCA Servicing committee and how can you get involved? An introduction to the British Pest Control Association Committee by it's chair, Martin Rose-King. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management sh.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Baiting Strategies, Assessments, Techniques and Efficacy

As the conditions of use change, almost with each new product label - this session takes us back to the very heart of effective rodent control but combines these approaches with the new decision making processes. In order to stick within th.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Bell Sensing Technologies - iQ Products Demonstration

In this video Michael Sims from Bell Laboratories will be introducing Patrick Lynch and Brian Hensel, to discuss how iQ technology can make your job more efficient and transform your technicians from inspectors into problem solvers. This pr.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Bird Mites Environmentally Tricky, Socially Misunderstood, Technically Still Challenging

In this video Professor Olivier Sparagano, University of Hong Kong, talks through the key points to consider when fighting arthropod pests such as birds mites, to maximise its control and develop long-term strategies. This pest is also.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Competitive Clout with Service Tracker

In this video Mike Palmer-Day, Service Tracker, talks about using Pest Control Software as a way to run your entire business more efficiently, more productively and more harmoniously. All from a single device, and from anywhere in the world.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Designing for IPM and Stewardship

In this video Shyam Lakhani, Bell Laboratories, explains their commitment to rodenticide best practices, including guidelines from CRRU and what this means for your IPM toolbox. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest manage.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Diseases transmitted by rodents and their parasites

In this video Alex Wade, Wade Environmental, looks into the major mechanisms of how diseases travel between humans and pests, what potential impacts this has to our health and finally why we as a society should be more proactive about minim.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Evolution of Bait Boxes

In this video, Michael Sims explains why using the Bell Labs EVO Edge is an upgrade from using other stations. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online.  The British Pest Control Association (.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Five Years Of Rodenticide Stewardship: What Have We Achieved

In this talk Dr Alan Buckle, Chairman, CRRU (UK), briefly reviewed the structure of the stewardship regime and its objectives. Achievements during this period and the latest 2020 monitoring information for barn owl residues, rodenticid.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: FUTURA VLOG - Digital and sustainable Pest Control is the PRESENT

In this video blog Futura shares its vision of what modern pest management should and could look like in 2021. They promise the session will be entertaining (although they assure us Germans don't have a sense of humour). Presented by: Danie.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Guest Speaker Discussion Bell Sensing Technologies

A Bell Sensing discussion with guest speakers Pat Lynch and Brian Hensel.  This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online.  The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) hosts these free eve.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: How rodent behaviour influences a baiting plan

Rodent behaviour is complex and knowledge of this behaviour is essential for effective control. In this video Sharon Hughes, BASF, covers important aspect of rodent behaviour, including neophobic behaviour, bait carriage and hoarding, forag.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: How to leverage value from a VLINK system

The VLINK Pest Network is a comprehensive remote monitoring platform brought to you by the innovators in rodent trapping. In this video Mark Ebner, Woodstream, presents a brief overview of the system with a focus on features and functions..... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: How to solve your cockroach problems quickly and cost-effectively

In this video Helen Ainsworth, BASF, talks about taking a systematic and integrated approach to cockroach control in both domestic and commercial settings. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online. .... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Humane Rodent Control Products

In this video, Samuel Wood from Bell Labs explains why the new EVO TUNNEL is the humane choice when it comes to trapping. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online.  The British Pest Control As.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Introducing Selontra® - Our latest innovation, Cholecalciferol rodent bait

Selontra is the new and innovative, non-anticoagulant rodenticide bait from BASF. It contains cholecalciferol which offers a different mode of action while balancing performance and environmental impact. In this video Sharon Hughes, BA.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Keeping customers and staff safe in a pandemic

Vicki Sims, of BPCA member company Lady Bug Pest Control, talks through the challenges small pest businesses are facing during the Covid-19 pandemic. This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online.  .... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Mythbusters: Common pest management theories fact-checked

In this video Dr Jonathan Wade and Alex Wade, directors at Wade Environmental, gave a talk on common myths around pest control and did some debunking.  This presentation premiered at PestExtra 2021: the pest management show online.&nbs.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Novel Mosquito Control Techniques To Combat Mosquito Borne Infections

Mosquito transmitted diseases continue to increase their incidence and geographical locations and it is therefore more important than ever to develop effective control methods. Factors such as increased insecticide resistance and environmen.... More

19 March 2021

VIDEO: PestExtra: Pest Trending: Using data to control pests

Drawing on extensive experience from the food manufacturing and retail sectors Paul Westgate, Veritas Pest Consultancy, provides some practical tools and techniques to help collect, interpret and use data to drive towards a better level of pest.... More