Irish Acquisition Announced by Killgerm Group Ltd Killgerm Group Ltd is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of Sprayclear Environmental Ltd. Based near Dublin, Sprayclear is the leading supplier to the professional pest control service market in the Republic of Ireland. Commenting on the acquisition, Rupert Broome, Killgerm Group Managing Director, said: “Our…
New bait station controls all main ant species Bayer has launched a new easy to use, palatable ant bait which is now available to control all major ant species. Available in a new easy to use insecticidal bait station, Maxforce® Pushbox offers proven control over all main ant species, including Black garden ants, Pharaoh ants,…
Bayer to Divest Environmental Science Professional Business and Further Strengthen Leadership Team of Crop Science Division Monheim, February 24, 2021 – Bayer today announced a series of decisions to accelerate the strategy implementation of its Crop Science division. In order to focus on its core agricultural business, this includes the intent to divest the company’s…
AF® AMICUS; THE NEW WILDLIFE CONSCIOUS RAT BOX FROM KILLGERM CHEMICALS Killgerm Chemicals are pleased to introduce a new species-specific bait station for Norway rat Rattus norvegicus control. The AF® Amicus is a bait station which precludes entry by bank voles and wood mice, while still allowing access for Norway rats. A major consideration of…
Validate qualifications quickly with PROMPT Verified Independent pest control register, BASIS PROMPT, has launched a new online tool that gives a stamp of assurance to registered pest controllers. PROMPT Verified, which is easily accessed via the PROMPT website, enables the public to check the credentials of pest technicians and demonstrates the importance of regulation and…
Register now for the first ICUP webinar on 9 March 2021 Delegates can now register for the very first free-of-charge International Conference on Urban Pests (ICUP) on-line webinar to be held on 9 March 2021. To accommodate as many delegates as possible from different time zones around the world, the webinar will commence on 9…
Brexit has changed rules and procedures for some The UK has left the EU but remains strongly committed to the effective and safe management of chemicals. Some regulations have changed as the UK has established independent regulatory regimes. For more information please see below. Biocides An independent biocides regulatory regime is now in operation in…
Croydon-based Cleankill Pest Control has today announced its acquisition of Hampshire-based Totalcare Pest Control. Based in the Hampshire town of Alton, Totalcare has been offering a fully comprehensive public health pest control service to businesses and residents in East Hampshire and West Surrey for over 25 years. Cleankill’s acquisition of the company follows the decision…
Gulls have become a common sight in English towns and cities, their presence often generating strong feelings. The two large gull species frequently seen are the lesser black-backed gull and herring gull. While natural-nesting populations – predominantly in rural areas – have declined significantly in recent years, some believe numbers of birds choosing to nest…
Ridmus Alpha is the new fast acting rodenticide from Syngenta Professional Solutions, specifically designed to rapidly control house mice infestations. The palatable formulation of highly potent alpha-chloralose can give almost instant results, from an incredibly low intake of Ridmus® Alpha. Ridmus Alpha targets the nervous system of house mice, to induce drowsiness and coma within…