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11 June 2025
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BPCA has been closely monitoring the announcements, and although pest management wasn’t directly addressed, several changes may have implications for the sector.
12 June 2025
In this issue of Ask the technical team, we talk wood pigeons, bee swarms, badgers and ticks
In this issue of PPC, Rosina sits down with BPCA President Chris Cagienard to talk about her career, first impressions and what she hopes to bring to the Association
BPCA’s Jordan McCay rounds up the key moments, standout sessions, and biggest takeaways from the UK’s best one-day pest control trade show
A round-up in PPC119 of the key statistics and figures to come out of PPC Live 2025
In this article, we summarise research led by Jonathan L Richardson from the University of Richmond, examining the rise in urban rat populations and its implications for the pest management industry
In PPC119 we took a close look at some of the smaller pests that are common in the UK
At PPC Live 2025, a panel discussion on the benefits of social media for pest controllers took place. We round up the key talking points for PPC119
In PPC119, Stuart Blair and Kelly Farrant took opposing views on a controversial topic: whether pest management companies should post graphic images on social media
Continuing his series on deer management, Dave Archer looks at native deer and why managing their numbers matters
PPC magazine spoke to pest industry marketing bod Anna Mollins, about her new project to help pest professionals reach out and share the mental load
In this PPC Live article Paul Westgate talks to us about life after bendiocarb and investing in skills for professional wasp control
In this PPC article, Tom Holmes shares his extensive knowledge of insect light traps to help pest professionals better understand these vital tools
The pest control industry must replace 3,500 roles in the next decade, and the EDI Committee is working to attract diverse talent by addressing barriers and improving how the industry is perceived
Press release: A new global player is stepping up to support the Environmental Science and Public Health Industry with recruitment.
With Tapinoma magnum ants hitting the headlines, BPCA gave news outlets the lowdown on this invasive species.
06 June 2025
Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.
05 June 2025
Press release: Following the success of the insect ID flashcards, Veritas Pest Consultancy have released vertebrate flashcards - with bonus rodent droppings!
29 May 2025
Voting has officially opened in the BPCA Member Elections 2025, with 13 nominees standing for SIX open seats on the Executive Board.
28 May 2025
This is not your average industry meet-up. This is a high-octane, adrenaline-filled pest extravaganza designed to bring together pest professionals for one unforgettable experience!
27 May 2025
Press release: Two Cleankill colleagues have been raising money for the Royal Marsden cancer charity.
Press release: OCS Foundation relaunches with renewed mission to empower children and young people across the UK and Ireland.
20 May 2025
Press release: A group of pest controllers were treated to a rare tour around BASF's factory near Liverpool, following a recent competition.
19 May 2025
It's just over one month until ICUP 2025 takes place in Lund, Southern Sweden.
BPCA has confirmed that Rosina Robson will take the helm as chief executive as of 2 June 2025.
15 May 2025
BPCA is on the lookout for new Executive Board Directors to help shape the future of the Association.
12 May 2025
BPCA are backing calls by the Non-Native Species Secretariat and the British Beekeepers Association for people to report any sightings of Yellow-legged (Asian) hornets.
Press release: Hosted by BASF and Killgerm, the On the Farm training day for pest controllers returns once more.
PestWorld 2025 delegate and accommodation reservations, at early bird rates, are now both open.
02 May 2025
BPCA has committed to developing new Level 3 pest management qualifications as part of a new industry qualification framework.
30 April 2025
In this video, Paul Westgate from Veritas Pest Consultancy talks about bees and their identification, biology, and behaviour.
In this video we're joined by John Stewart from BPCA member company Pelsis, where he presents his guide to controlling ants.
In this video, we're joined by Laura Rosenwald from NPMA as she talks about a mighty termite problem!
In this video, Anna Iversen from B&G gives us the best tips to keep our pest control sprayers in top shape.
24 April 2025
New recycling rules in England, effective from March 31, 2025, require businesses with 10 or more employees to separate waste into three categories.
Press release: A case study on how Selontra achieves fast, eco-friendly control in challenging conditions
Press release: TNR Pest Solutions is proud to share that they've recently secured a significant pest control contract in Cardiff city centre.
BPCA has been highlighting the pest risks associated with the bin strikes for people living in Birmingham.
23 April 2025
Karolien Van der Vorm, 360 Wildlife Control, talks about the lack of available shooting training in the industry and what's being done to fill the gaps.
A record number of delegates from across the global professional pest management industry came together to attend PestWorld East 2025.
22 April 2025
Fancy yourself a pest control content creator? We've got just the gig for you!
NAP is setting out a strategy to reduce the environmental risk of pesticides by 10% over the next five years.
16 April 2025
BPCA have set up a new Special Interest Group (SIG) focused on best practice and guidance around arthropods.
TrustMark has published a new report on the factors contributing to the skills gap in the UK construction and home repair, maintenance and improvement (RMI) sectors.
15 April 2025
Families are at risk as bin strikes create a paradise for pests on the streets of Birmingham, say experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
09 April 2025
Press release: Somerset-based Squeak-A-Boo Pest Management won award for best start up at the Somerset Business Awards.
08 April 2025
PRESS RELEASE Syngenta highlight Outcast Ant, for ant control in this unseasonably warm spring weather.
02 April 2025
Watch our video round-up of the BPCA Annual Report, feat. the President's Report, Treasurer's Report and Committee updates.
01 April 2025
April is Stress Awareness Month and HSE has put together some tips and webinars on managing stress in the workplace.
27 March 2025
PPC Live returned to Harrogate on 19 March 2025, once again bringing together the UK pest industry for a day of networking, learning and expert insights.
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