Pest Control

The Fumigation Company Announces Master Class on Post-Harvest Fumigation

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:07:00 -0500

The Fumigation Company will hold a master-level, hands-on training class on post-harvest fumigation practices from June 9–10 at Kansas State University.

New Report: Rodent Activity Surges Nationwide, Threatening Food Safety

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:51:21 -0400

According to Rentokil’s State of the Rodent Report, rodent activity is increasing nationwide due to milder winters, rapid construction, and urban population growth. Foodservice and food processing establishments are not immune, threatening food safety and brand reputation.

Ep. 198. Dr. Jim Fredericks: Controlling Rodent Risks in Food Facilities

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:30:00 -0400

In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak to Dr. Jim Fredericks, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), about the risks posed by rodents in food facilities and the importance of integrated pest control to food safety.

Rentokil Terminix Hosting Upcoming Seminar on Integrated Pest Management for Food Safety

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:30:59 -0400

On August 4–6 in Dallas Texas, Rentokil Terminix will host the Pest Invasion: Integrated Pest Management Food Safety Seminar, bringing together industry leaders spanning the food supply chain, pest management, and environmental health industries.

Summer Pest Pressures: How Businesses Can Prepare

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The key to achieving long-term pest management success is fostering a year-round, collaborative relationship between facility managers and a professional pest control partner to implement an integrated pest management (IPM) plan.

AI-Powered Pest Traps Provide Food Facilities Immediate Notifications, Actionable Insights

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:58:15 -0500

An expanded range of jointly developed pest traps from BrightAI and Pelsis bring new artificial intelligence (AI) -powered pest detection devices to a wider range of food facilities.

Sprague Pest Solutions Opens Newest Location in Idaho Falls

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:42:18 -0400

Sprague Pest Solutions has opened a new branch in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Sprague Pest Solutions Expands With New Fresno, California Branch

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:43:30 -0400

Sprague Pest Solutions is opening its newest branch in Fresno, California, to better serve the agricultural and food processing clients in the area.

Elanco: Dr. Alissa Welsher—Using Darkling Beetles as an Indicator for Pre-Harvest Salmonella Loads

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 02:30:00 -0400

In this bonus episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Dr. Alissa Welsher, Associate Senior Consultant at Elanco Poultry Food Safety, about the importance of pest management to poultry safety; specifically, for the control of darkling beetles, which can be an important source of Salmonella in poultry production operations.

Sprague Pest Solutions Expands Montana Territory

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:59:22 -0400

Sprague Pest Solutions has announced its further expansion into Montana with the acquisition of SOS Pest Control in Billings, Montana.

Sprague Expands Montana Footprint With Latest Acquisition

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 14:28:13 -0500

Sprague Pest Solutions has announced its successful acquisition of Home and Office Pest Control, expanding the company’s footprint in Montana.

Food Safety Culture and Its Impact on Pest Management

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Do engaged, informed, and empowered sanitation teams act as a predictor of success for an integrated pest management (IPM) program? With excellent food safety risk management behaviors, a frontline sanitation team can help manage existing risks and identify new ones, dramatically reducing the potential of product contamination due to pest activity in a facility. This article describes an action plan to help achieve these goals.

Food Processing Facilities at Risk for Rodent Infestations

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

The fall and winter seasons bring new challenges for food processing facilities and the teams that work to maintain them. One of the most notable challenges they face is increased pressure from rodents that seek out food and shelter within these facilities when outside temperatures fall. A rodent infestation can lead to a facility being shut down if the problem is not addressed promptly and properly.

Elanco: Integrated Pest Management as a Key Part of Food Safety Programs

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

In this bonus episode of Food Safety Matters, Dr. Alissa Welsher, Associate Senior Consultant at Elanco Poultry Food Safety, discusses why integrated pest management (IPM) is a crucial part of food safety management on farms and in food processing plants, as well as how poultry operations can develop an IPM program and minimize the spread of pathogens and disease from pests.

Demystifying Pesticide Residues

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This article covers U.S. regulatory oversight in establishing pesticide residue tolerances, testing for residues in domestic goods and imports, and the importance of science-based standards for global trade and food safety.

Seasonal Pest Prevention Tips for Commercial Food Facilities

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Pest control should always be top-of-mind for facility managers, but spring and summer provide a great opportunity to set up commercial facilities for success year-round. Managers can take several key steps to start off pest season on the right foot, as explained in this exclusive article by the National Pest Management Association.

Common Pests in Restaurants and How to Deal With Them—Part 2

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Pests are a major source of concern for restaurant operators because they put food safety at risk by transmitting disease-causing pathogens and contaminating food. Part 2 of this article series considers other common restaurant pests and the preventive measures restaurant owners can take to avoid infestation, including chemical and non-chemical treatment options.

Common Pests in Restaurants and How to Deal With Them—Part 1

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:00:00 -0400

Pests are a major source of concern for restaurant operators because they put food safety at risk by transmitting disease-causing pathogens and contaminating food. This two-part article series considers common restaurant pests and the preventive measures restaurant owners can take to avoid infestation, including chemical and non-chemical treatment options.

Pandemic Pest Activity: How to Protect Your Commercial Facility

Tue, 17 May 2022 09:30:00 -0400

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased pest activity, but managers in the food industry can take several key actions to protect facilities and employees.

Sustainable Moth Control Solution

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:30:42 -0400

Suterra has announced the release of CheckMate Puffer IMM, its new, pheromone-based moth infestation control product.

GMP Refresher Training can be Fun

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Compliance training like Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) can be optimized and engaging with a little creativity.

Pest Control From Farm to Fork

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Pest control is integral in protecting food from its origin to the end-user. A food producer must control what happens at its site to ensure that its facility and food shipments are pest-free.

Maximizing Your Relationship with Your Pest Control Partner: Everything Food Processors Need To Know

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0400

To avoid a full-blown pest infestation, facility managers must have a continuous partnership with a reliable pest control company.

Food Safety: Differentiating Risk from Reality

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400

It is much easier and less expensive to deal with a food facilities pest control problem when it is a risk, versus waiting until later when it is a reality.

Common Pest Hot Spots in Restaurants and How to Eliminate Them

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Getting rid of pest hot spots keeps diners in and pests out. All that is required is a methodical and committed approach to pest management principles.

Are You Prepared for the Upcoming Pest Season?

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Prepare for the upcoming seasons by assessing your facility for pests today. Addressing problems now will help control problems later.

Bayer's Rodent Trap Technology with 24/7 Monitoring Can Prevent Infestations

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 16:08:00 -0400

Bayer RMS's new technology helps food safety professionals determine if their businesses are facing food pest infestation.

It’s All about Monitoring

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 22:31:34 -0400

To control pests, most companies likely use a third-party pest management company, while a few have an in-house team. Regardless, those overseeing pest management have some important things to consider when it comes to monitoring for pests.

Houseflies and Food Safety: What You Need to Know

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Flies can live anywhere in your facility, carrying and transferring bacteria and pathogens to food and food contact surfaces. Don't let these pests impact food safety: Learn how to control them!

Genetically Modified and Irradiated Food: Facts versus Fiction

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:11:21 -0400

To combat food insecurity and damage to crops by insect pests, genetic modification and food irradiation provide significant benefits.