31 October 2022

Corporate social responsibility: what kind of impact can a pest management company create?

PPC regular Michael Coates explains how corporate social responsibility doesn’t have to be about mega organisations and box-ticking.. More

31 October 2022

Owning a pest control business - when do you break-even?

Blu Bookkeeping help you figure out finances for your pest control business.. More

28 October 2022

Developing your pest control skills with BPCA

BPCA’s Training and Professional Development Manager, Karen Dawes, explores why continuing professional development (CPD) can be a great tool with the right attitude.. More

27 October 2022

Pest control industry flocks to Boston for PestWorld 2022

Press release: The professional pest control industry was out in force at this year’s PestWorld 2022 event held in Boston over four days in October.. More

21 October 2022

Cinven acquires Bayer Environmental Science

Bayer has completed the sale of its Environmental Science Professional business to the international private equity firm Cinven.. More

20 October 2022

Updated options for rodenticide ‘proof-of-competence’ training

Lantra Awards has developed a new qualification to replace both ‘Rodent Control on Farms’ and ‘Responsible and Effective Control of Commensal Rodents’ certifications.. More

18 October 2022

New appointments at Pelsis Group

Global pest control manufacturer and distributor Pelsis Group has appointed Scott Gammon and Tom Holmes. . More

14 October 2022

Sri-Lankan based Exterminators are Carbon Neutral for 7th year running

BPCA Observer members Exterminators PLC gained Carbon Neutral certification for the seventh consecutive year, demonstrating their commitment to the environment. . More

10 October 2022

VIDEO: Rodent behavioural and physiological resistance

In this video, John Horsley explores rat and mouse behaviours, physiological resistance to rodenticides and managing resistance. . More

07 October 2022

Confirmed Asian hornet sighting in Dover

A member of the public took a photo of an Asian hornet in Dover which has been confirmed by the National Bee Unit. . More

06 October 2022

BPCA to give evidence as Welsh Parliament set to ban glue boards

BPCA has been invited to give evidence defending glue boards at the Welsh Parliament in November. . More

03 October 2022

Engineering company fined for amateur pest control accident

An engineering company has been fined after one of its employees fell through a roof while installing bird deterrent spikes.. More

29 September 2022

Ready, aim, fire! Scientists build cockroach killing laser

Press release: A scientist at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh has designed a laser and AI system that can target and kill cockroaches.. More

28 September 2022

Avian flu control zones in force across East England

Following a number of cases of bird flu in across the east of England, an AIPZ was declared in Norfolk, Suffolk and parts of Essex.. More

27 September 2022

Call your GP or vet to remove ticks say pest experts

An upsurge in ticks could follow a long hot summer, according to experts at national trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA).. More

23 September 2022

Nanogreen acquires Krypton Environmental Services

Press release: Nanogreen acquires pest control company Krypton Environmental Services, to round off their Soft Facilities Management offering.. More

22 September 2022

David French elected RSPH Fellow

David French, from BPCA member company 5 Star Pest Control, has recently been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH). . More

22 September 2022

Free SSIP Health and Safety Certification for BPCA members launched

CQMS Safety-Scheme offers BPCA member companies a free SSIP Health and Safety Certification.. More

15 September 2022

National Pest Awards 2022 winners announced

The winners of the National Pest Awards were announced last night in an unforgettable ceremony in Central London.. More

09 September 2022

HM Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022

All at the British Pest Control Association are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. . More

08 September 2022

Professional Pest Controller issue 108 (PPC108) out now

Professional pest controller magazine issue 108 is out now and available to read online for free.. More

07 September 2022

Editorial: You can’t do a good job – if your job is all that you do!

In this issue of PPC magazine, editors Scott and Dee talk about why it's important to take some time for yourself and unwind from the grind. . More

07 September 2022

Pests in politics: Summer 2022

With pest management under the spotlight, BPCA has spent more time than ever monitoring what’s happening in the UK parliament and the devolved administrations.. More

07 September 2022

Pests in the press: April to July 2022

Our regular PPC magazine feature, taking a look at public relations and how BPCA works with the press to educate the public about pest awareness.. More

07 September 2022

ICUP 2022 - 7 key takeaways

In PPC108, Frances McKim gives a rundown of the seven main talking points from the International Conference on Urban Pests 2022.. More

07 September 2022

Rejecting misery: the importance of work-life balance

Bayer Environmental Science and the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) talk about the benefits of a healthy work/life balance.. More

07 September 2022

Hobbies in the pest control industry

Take a look at what the professional pest control community does for fun.. More

07 September 2022

Healthy habits for pest control professionals

Michael Coates from Combat Pest Control shares his simple tips for prioritising our health, at work and in our spare time.. More

07 September 2022

Investing in health and wellbeing for pest management companies

How can employers and companies look out for signs of stress and anxiety, and help their most valuable asset, their employees?. More

07 September 2022

Beekeeping for pest controllers: things you should know

Andy Lee, from BPCA member company AML Pest Control shares his experience of starting this exciting hobby. . More

06 September 2022

The lifecycle of a wasp

The wasp life cycle is a fascinating process. What’s the queen up to in her down time? How are wasp nests built? And what happens if the queen dies? . More

06 September 2022

Know your formulations

Alex Wade helped us put together this handy little insecticide formulations guide.. More

06 September 2022

Pest control folder contents for food clients

Regular PPC magazine contributor Grahame Turner is back! This time he’s turning his attention to your pest control folders. . More

06 September 2022

Meet the member: Social media success for pest companies

Pest-Tech has a really strong social media presence: in PPC108, Kelly Farrant tells us how social media has helped his business get bigger and busier. . More

06 September 2022

TV, literature and games for pest controllers

These are our favourite television, books and video games for pest professionals. . More

06 September 2022

New BPCA member benefits for Summer 2022 – a wrap up

At BPCA, we've worked hard to put together an exclusive new package of membership benefits for all our members.. More

06 September 2022

Meet the member: Success and challenges as a franchising business

Sean Taylor talks about Pestforce, how the franchise business model works and the ups and downs of running a business.. More

05 September 2022

Why pest controllers should join the airsoft community

From bees to BBs: Airsoft Warrington's Adam Shenton gives PPC a quick rundown on what airsoft is and how you can get involved in the hobby.. More

05 September 2022

What's the future for pest control qualifications?

BPCA’s Training and Development Manager, Karen Dawes, talks about current pest control qualifications, where the gaps are and what the future might look like. . More

05 September 2022

Pest management crossword puzzle

How about a pest control crossword to distract you from the stresses of everyday life?. More

05 September 2022

New member benefit: Discounted mobile phones and telecoms solutions from Radius

BPCA has teamed up with Radius Connect to offer exclusive discounts to BPCA members on their business mobiles, cloud telephone systems and broadband.. More

05 September 2022

Advert: IQ rodent devices

Advert: Never check an empty trap again. Affordable and fully integrated rodent monitoring technology from Bell Labs.. More

01 September 2022

New professions able to issue fit notes

New legislation to allow a wider range of healthcare professionals to certify fit notes has been introduced by the UK government.. More

01 September 2022

VIDEO: Mouse control best practice and tips for management

In this video Natalie Bungay explores the difference between mouse species, traditional techniques for mouse control and some handy tips to remember.. More

01 September 2022

Cockroaches: Understanding behaviour and best treatment 

Press release: BASF’s Helen Hall advises on some simple steps to combat cockroaches and how to prepare areas before treatment.. More

25 August 2022

PestWorld, Boston: Early bird registration ends soon

International delegates planning to attend PestWorld this October told not to delay making a booking, as early bird registration discount ends on 14 September 2022.. More

24 August 2022

Why the vacuum cleaner is your best weapon against fleas

Cleaners are best placed to spot possible flea infestations in businesses, say experts at national trade body, British Pest Control Association (BPCA).. More

24 August 2022

Industry mourns John Charlton

We are sad to report the passing of former Rentokil technical manager, John Charlton.. More

23 August 2022

BPCA accredited as real living wage employer

British Pest Control Association has gained accreditation as a real living wage employer following assessment by the Living Wage Foundation.. More

23 August 2022

New monitoring lure for lined click beetle

Press release: A new lure has been developed by International Pheromone Systems that can help farmers to monitor all three types of Agriotes beetles. . More