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21 August 2024
Dell Technologies has a series of deals available for BPCA members in its Back-to-School sale.
20 August 2024
Contego Environmental Services has announced the appointment of Holly White as the company’s new Managing Director.
14 August 2024
Albany Pest Control has appointed Graeme Cleland as its new managing director following the retirement of Robin Paradise.
08 August 2024
PPC116 is out now and packed full of great content.
Pesticides, auditors, assessments and wasp treatment alternatives all feature in this issue of Ask the BPCA technical team.
Stuart Blair from Graham Pest Control attended the first Rodent Academy in Cambridge, Massachusetts, sharing insights from his career in pest management and his trip.
The Wild Animal Welfare Conference highlighted the alignment between pest management and animal welfare, emphasizing the importance of integrating humane practices into wildlife management and balancing animal welfare with public health risks.
The Bumblebee Conservation Trust aims to inspire public support for bumblebee conservation across the UK and offers a helpful guide for identifying these bees in gardens.
Opinion: Managing pests is essential for comfort and survival, with strategies varying significantly between urban and rural areas due to their unique challenges and advantages.
07 August 2024
Dr. Alan Buckle, Nigel Cheeseright, and Martin Cobbald discuss CRRU UK's origins, its regulatory role, membership, and upcoming training requirements for 2026.
Knowing the LD50 helps assess rodenticide toxicity, compare chemical effects, and improve safety guidelines in pest control.
The recent BPCA Future of Pest Management survey gathered over 800 responses from pest professionals, providing insights into rodenticide use and education.
BPCA is starting a mini Fantasy Premier League the whole pest control sector can join in with. Entry costs £5, and 100% of the fee will support the Trussell Trust foodbank charity.
Opinion: True sustainability focuses on reducing environmental impact, enhancing our profession's reputation, and increasing profitability for future generations.
The new BPCA assessment, focusing on BS EN 16636 standards, is more supportive and aims to help all members maintain professional standards and improve their services through a three-part, three-year process.
In the current climate, careful planning and a good adviser are essential for minimizing taxes and maximizing net proceeds when selling your business.
We met with Nick, a Wildlife Officer for The Royal Parks, who shared his journey from studying Zoology to working at London Zoo and his passion for UK wildlife conservation.
All those keen to present a paper or poster at the forthcoming 11th ICUP are invited to submit an abstract of their proposed presentation.
06 August 2024
London Network for Pest Solutions has been shortlisted in two categories of the Association of Public Service Excellence Awards.
05 August 2024
CRRU has released its latest CoBP, reflecting forthcoming legal requirements on professional rodenticide application and supporting the safe and effective rodent pest management delivered by gamekeepers, farmers and pest control technicians.
Pelsis Group has acquired Nottingham-based garden care product manufacturer Doff Portland, strengthening the group’s portfolio of retail, agricultural and professional brands.
31 July 2024
CEPA has prepared a survey to assess the bed bug situation across Europe today, as experienced by our industry.
Athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics are among the first users of the consumer BugScents™ Sentry product for early detection of bed bugs.
25 July 2024
To help members navigate glue board licences in England, BPCA has developed practical guidance that covers all aspects of the new scheme.
PRESS RELEASE The 11th International IPM Symposium in San Diego, California, offers three days of learning and networking for global IPM professionals from various sectors, featuring top experts and the latest advancements in pest management.
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