Feb 16, 2021 | Integrated Pest Management
UNDERSTANDING AND EXPLOITING THEIR ECOLOGY The most fundamental aspect of pest management is identification of a pest or threat and understanding enough about their biology to bring the right management options to bear to correct or prevent infestations. Each pest...
Feb 12, 2021 | Flying Insects Resources, Flying Pests, Food Processing and Safety, Integrated Pest Management, Sanitation
Flies comprise one of the largest orders of insects with tremendous diversity, as well as economic and human health importance. They’re a perennial pest that seem to be increasing in prominence, and for food processors, their presence can be devastating to audit...
Feb 12, 2021 | Audit, Flying Pests, Food Processing and Safety, Integrated Pest Management, Rodent Control
Your food processing facility relies on safe products, a clean reputation and high audit scores to be successful. But pests can threaten everything your facility has, including its bottom line. Hot spots – areas conducive to pest activity – are everywhere, and...
Feb 12, 2021 | Bird Control, Food Processing and Safety, Integrated Pest Management
Essentials of Bird Management for Food Processors Birds present some of the greatest challenges in pest management. The intelligence, vision, and flight mobility of birds make them a tough competitor. But, many people – including food facility employees – have a...
Feb 7, 2021 | Audit, Integrated Pest Management
Auditors and pests look for the same things: weak links in your facility’s sanitation program. Consistency is the key to keeping pests out and auditors happy. That’s why you can’t start preparing for an audit at the last minute; the time to start is now. After all,...
