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22 April 2022

PestFix launch benefit scheme for BPCA Servicing members

Press release: From today (22 April 2022), PestFix is now offering a range of perks to all full BPCA Servicing members.

13 April 2022

Pest professionals wanted to play charity football tournament

BPCA member Beaver Pest Control are organising a football tournament to raise money in support of Ukraine.

13 April 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 13 - Challenges of rural pest control on dairy and livestock farms

In this video BASF's Sharon Hughes discusses the challenges of pest control in rural environments and the effective ways to carry out treatments on dairy and livestock farms.  

13 April 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 13 - Adding bird management to your services

In this video, Mark Wenman from Edialux explains why, if he can do bird management, so can you! 

13 April 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 13 - Switching to Selontra

In this video BASF's Helen Hall talks about the key features and benefits of using the cholecalciferol Selontra bait.

13 April 2022

VIDEO: Digital Forum 13 - Bed bugs: know your pest

In this video, Alexia Naylor from Cimex Store talks about one of the most despised pests there is - the bed bug! 

12 April 2022

VIDEO: Trending analysis for EFK capture

During this video, Natalie will explore what a fly catch trend analysis is and how pest professionals can use it.

12 April 2022

NBC Environment acquired by Orkin

Press release: US-based Rollins Inc, best known for its subsidiary pest control brand, Orkin, finalised the acquisition of NBC Environment in early April 2022.

11 April 2022

LNPS bids farewell to long-serving technician 

Press release: Newham-based London Network for Pest Solutions (LNPS) is toasting the retirement of Martin Lowther after a long and distinguished career as a pest control technician. 

11 April 2022

Details announced for PestWorld 2022 in USA

The NPMA is extending a warm invitation to all international delegates to attend PestWorld 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA this October.

11 April 2022

Covid-19 restrictions being replaced by public health advice

According to HSE, Covid-19 guidance for workplaces is being replaced with public health advice in England, Scotland and Wales.

11 April 2022

BPCA Member Award winners and meeting wrap up

On 8 April 2022, BPCA held a wrap-up meeting for members to recap all the work of 2021. We also held our annual Member Awards.

10 April 2022

1env head back out on the road

Press release: Following the success of their first ‘On The Road’ event back in July 2021, 1env will be heading to the West Midlands in April.

06 April 2022

Rare UK eagle’s rodenticide death shines spotlight on need for responsible rodent control

A poisoned white-tailed eagle found in Dorset is dramatic and regrettable evidence of the need for universally responsible use of rodenticides, states the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use.

31 March 2022

Contego making a difference at Yarm Primary School

Press release: Contego's pledge to give back to their local community continues. In this article, they talk to Yarm Primary School about how their donation will make a difference to pupils.

30 March 2022

New fruit fly attractant launched by IPS

Press release: Scientists in Cheshire have developed a new attractant to help monitor a serious economic pest of soft fruits including grapes, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries.

29 March 2022

Bill to restrict glue traps passes second reading in England

The Glue Traps (Offences) Bill has passed its second reading unopposed, through the House of Lords at Westminster.

28 March 2022

Bed bug tape launched by Andermatt UK at PestEx

Press release: InsectoSec Tape was successfully launched by Andermatt UK at PestEx 2022 in March.

25 March 2022

VIDEO: PestEx 2022 review

A review of PestEx 2022 - the pest management show, which took place at the ExCeL in London on 16 and 17 March 2022.

23 March 2022

Cliverton sets out charity goals as part of newly named Group 

Press release: Animal-related business insurance broker Cliverton is aiming to help reach a £250 million charity target as part of ambitious plans of rebranded parent company, Benefact Group.

22 March 2022

Andrew McDougall joins Pest Research Hub team at IPS

Press release: Cheshire-based International Pheromone Systems has strengthened its research capabilities with the appointment of a Laboratory Coordinator.

21 March 2022

BASF calls out for pest control professionals who have switched to Selontra

Press release: BPCA member BASF is on the lookout for pest control professionals who have switched to Selontra® to join its growing ambassador programme.

21 March 2022

Thousands of connections in London as PestEx returns  

After a longer than usual wait, pest professionals from all over the world came together last week as PestEx finally returned to the ExCeL in London.

11 March 2022

Barkwith Associates celebrate 20th birthday

Press release: Regulatory and technical support services business, Barkwith Associates, celebrate their 20th year in business this year.

10 March 2022

Bayer to sell Environmental Science arm to Cinven

Press release: Bayer to sell its Environmental Science Professional business to Cinven for 2.6 billion U.S. dollars

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06 June 2025

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Results are in: meet your new BPCA Board representatives 2025

Six new Member Directors have been chosen to help lead the Association and represent the interests of BPCA members at the highest level.

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02 May 2025

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Full steam ahead for entry-Level 3 qualifications on BPCA Qualifications Framework

BPCA has committed to developing new Level 3 pest management qualifications as part of a new industry qualification framework.

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24 March 2025

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Professional Pest Controller issue 118 (PPC118) out now

PPC118 is out now and packed full of great content.

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02 July 2025

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Pest control professionals flock to BASF farm training day

Press release: Pest control professionals from across the UK travelled to Hurcott Farm, Somerset, to take part an immersive, full-day training event.

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26 June 2025

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Join BPCA's Qualifications Framework working groups

BPCA is looking for volunteers to join two working groups, to help develop new qualifications for the future framework.

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26 June 2025

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BASF renews Mental Health survey to uncover ongoing challenges in pest control

Press release: BASF, has launched its second annual mental health survey, continuing its mission to better understand and support the wellbeing of pest controllers across the UK.

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