Take this chance to recall and refine your knowledge of rodent control basics.
Rodents
Rodents are a common pest that create problems for homeowners, food businesses, and many others. Learn more about rodent management tips and tricks.
How to talk to clients about rodent disease risk
The recent spike in hantavirus news makes this April 2025 columns insights all the more timely.
PMP Growth Summit 2025: Rodent Roundtable
Attendees at the 2025 PMP Growth Summit had a candid discussion on common issues, solutions and best practices when combating...
Rat problem in Washington D.C. offers cautionary tale on regulations
We may joke about the political “rats” in Washington, but there is a literal rodent problem in our nation’s capital.
Creativity is crucial to catching ‘rogue roof rats’
Dr. Austin Frishman, BCE-Emeritus, explains why PMPs need to get creative when it comes to catching roof rats.
Study shows rat populations are on the rise thanks to warming temperatures, city growth
A new research study led by University of Richmond biology professor Jonathan Richardson shows that the increase in rat numbers...
Rats are complex, but researchers are working to gain a better understanding of them
The history, evolution and ecology of rats – particularly the Norway rat – isn’t well understood, but researches are hoping...
Rodent Tales: Dr. Mohammed El Damir, BCE
Dr. Mohammed El Damir, BCE, technical and training director of Adam’s Pest Control, shares the largest rodent infestation he has...
SenesTech partners with Wilco Distributors
SenesTech signed a distribution agreement with Wilco Distributors, a distributor of pest management baits and tools to the rodent pest...
Hispid cotton rat: Sigmodon hispidus
Learn more about the hispid cotton rat in this month's Pest Spotlight.
Revisit your rodent knowledge
Test your rodent knowledge with our January Tech Test.
Use correct techniques for rodent control
Effective rodent control is obtainable if you implement the correct techniques and exclusion whenever possible," says Gregg Schumaker, of Wildlife...
Place bait stations strategically
Mike Hovis, of VM Products, says strategic placement of bait stations in alternative locations can yield effective results.
Tips for using a bait station for rodenticide
Anna Berry, BCE, of Pelsis, shares tips for using a bait station for rodenticide.
Exclusion as a part of residential rodent control
"Exclusion should be a part of your residential rodent control program to help minimize risk and reduce rodent incursions," says...
Reducing hazards when treating rodent infestations
"Using disinfectants or sanitizers during each service to eliminate listed microorganisms throughout active infestations can help reduce the potential spread...