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12 July 2022
Press release: US-based Rollins Inc, best known for its subsidiary pest control brand, Orkin, finalised the acquisition of Europest Environmental Services.
Press release: The full programme, details of exhibitors and registration information for PestWorld 2022 is now available.
08 July 2022
In this video, BPCA Technical Support Officer John Horsley takes a look at the subtle differences between ULV treatments and fogging.
06 July 2022
Delegates from across the globe were excited to once again be present, face-to-face, at the 10th International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP).
05 July 2022
In this video Chris Woodard discusses some common species of spider that could be accidentally imported into the UK and talks through his own experiences.
01 July 2022
Press release: With local residents, business and the pest control industry in attendance PestFix are delighted to have officially opened their first of its kind storefront in Chichester, West Sussex.
In this video Martin Rose-King and Elliott Rose-King from Bounty Pest Control talk about the work they do on Asian hornet identification and reporting, and how you can help.
In this video, British Pest Control Association's Training and Development Manager, Karen Dawes, discusses considerations for the future of pest control qualifications.
Press release: BASF has strengthened its stewardship and support to farmers across the UK by launching a new digital portal offering farmers an interactive rodent control training programme.
In this video, Matt Towler from Lodi UK goes through the who, what, where, why and when of pest fly control.
Press release: Joanne Beaseley has been appointed as a Non-executive Director (NED) for London Network for Pest Solutions.
Press release: BPCA member BASF has launched a new category at the National Pest Awards 2022, in partnership with event organisers Pest magazine.
As part of this year’s Northumbrian Water Innovation Festival, Data and AI specialist Aiimi will host a hackathon to address one of the water industry’s most pressing challenges: rat infestations.
29 June 2022
In this video, John will explore the hierarchy of insect control, insecticide application options and the risk to non-targets.
27 June 2022
BPCA consultant member Wade Environmental is now offering a discount on training courses for other members and their employees.
22 June 2022
Press release: Cheshire-based company International Pheromone Systems has helped a young graduate to secure his first job thanks to the Government’s KickStart Scheme.
21 June 2022
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has today (21 June) published four new general licences for the control of wild birds, ahead of them coming into force on 1 July 2022.
17 June 2022
Reliance Service Solutions is offering fellow members 8% off waste services and a free waste advice service.
16 June 2022
Press release: PestFix is opening a storefront in Chichester, calling it "the first of its kind in the south and possibly in the UK".
14 June 2022
Press release: Animal-related business insurance broker Cliverton has celebrated its parent group’s achievement of giving more than £100 million to good causes in a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
Beaver Pest Control's charity football tournament raised a whopping £2,789 for the British Red Cross Ukrainian Crisis Appeal last month.
10 June 2022
As summer approaches, and ‘sting season’ sets in, experts at a national trade body are urging gardeners to learn more about ‘things that go buzz’.
06 June 2022
Press release: BPCA member company Dealey Environmental has acquired the commercial assets of MIDS Pest Control, an established Hertfordshire-based business.
Daera/Northern Ireland Environment Agency is currently considering the wild bird general licences for 2022/2023 and beyond.
Today on World Pest Day we're launching a virtual competency assessment, to help newly qualified pest technicians prove they can put their knowledge and skills into practice.
29 January 2025
In December, BPCA received a Freedom of Information (FOI) response from the Metropolitan Police, which revealed that no training had been provided to officers on glue trap protocols.
21 January 2025
BPCA is pleased to announce that the search for its new Chief Executive Officer has begun.
22 April 2025
NAP is setting out a strategy to reduce the environmental risk of pesticides by 10% over the next five years.
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.
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