15 June 2019 New general licences are a positive step to protect crops and livestock The publication of three new general licences means farmers and growers will now have the…
24 April 2019 Free tests and new guide tackle spread of resistant rats All professionals involved in rodent control have a role in tackling the spread of rats…
16 April 2019 Extension on metaldehyde withdrawal period not granted The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group has been unsuccessful in their bid to extend the withdrawal period…
9 April 2019 Remember to follow nematicide best practice this spring Potato growers are being reminded to follow the best practice granular nematicide use protocol this…
11 February 2019 Good news but early days for rodenticide stewardship on farms and game shoots Rat control is changing for the better on UK farms and game shoots. From 2015…
4 December 2018 Do you have a rodent baiting point plan in place? Farmers attending this year’s LAMMA event can pick up top tips on easy and effective…
1 November 2018 Minecto One gives veg growers new insect control option Approval for the new Syngenta insecticide, Minecto One, now gives vegetable growers an essential alternative…
30 October 2018 Positive results for thrip control with biorationals A report from the AMBER project trial on Western Flower Thrip (WFT) control in protected…
26 September 2018 Onset of wetter conditions raises threat of slug activity The recent onset of wetter, more typically autumnal weather has led to an increased risk…
18 September 2018 Tougher rodenticide rules for farmers, gamekeepers and pest controllers on permanent baiting Tougher restrictions on permanent rodenticide baiting by farmers, gamekeepers and pest controllers, with legal backing,…