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Integrated pest food management for food processing facilities

The steps in establishing a pest management program can be compared to other food safety programs.

November 5, 2019

As remote monitoring devices and other technologies continue to evolve, so too will integrated pest management, as it becomes even more reactive to the pest pressures facilities face, finding ways to exclude pests even before they enter.

Report: Pest control market projected to reach $27.5B by 2025

Major factors impacting the pest control market growth include the change in regulations and the development of resistance among pest organisms.

October 7, 2019

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The pest control market was valued at $19.39 billion in 2018, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.04% from 2019, to reach $27.5 billion by 2025, according to a research report published by MarketsandMarkets, New York.

The secret life of pests

In order to keep facilities pest-free, managers need to know where pests are hiding inside and outside of their facility.

Alex Blahnik

September 20, 2019

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With the knowledge of what pests to look out for, where they can be harboring and a pest control partner on your side, you’ll be able to close any gaps and ensure that pest pressure doesn’t put your cold storage food facility at risk.

Aker Technologies secures funding to advance TrueCause technology

TrueCause and the Aker Pest Network provide growers, suppliers and ag retailers with under-the-canopy disease and pest crop diagnostics.

August 29, 2019

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Aker Technologies, St. Louis, Mo., secured a $2.6 million investment in new equity financing to advance its TrueCause technology, an autonomous crop-scouting platform.

Pest management of autumn insect migrations

Based on their numbers, fall invaders can elevate beyond nuisance status, especially in sensitive environments like food processing plants.

Patricia Hottel

November 9, 2018

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Just as humans gear up for the cold winter months, so are pests. It’s crucial to understand, prepare for and eliminate the threats that fall invaders may pose as they seek safety from the seasonal change.

Fumigation: An effective pest control method for food supply chain of custody

Jeff Jones

June 5, 2018

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In some cases, fumigation work will be the most linear, effective way of treating a pest problem of great acuity.

ForwardFarm knowledge platform extends to North America with new Maryland farm

The Bayer ForwardFarm knowledge platform consists of an elite group of 12 innovative, independent farms representative of their unique environments across Europe, Latin America and North America.

April 19, 2018

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Fourth-generation Maryland farmer Trey Hill launched Harborview Farms, Rock Hall, Md., as part of the Bayer ForwardFarm knowledge platform, managed by Bayer’s Crop Science division.

FDA: Common food safety violations in 2017

The violations listed are nearly identical to the most common violations cited in FY 2016 and FY 2015.

December 20, 2017

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Washington, D.C., released its inspectional observation data for fiscal year 2017.

Implementing FSMA compliance through pest prevention

Patricia Hottel

December 8, 2017

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Just as prevention is considered a cornerstone of the food safety plan, inspections are a cornerstone of achieving the goal of preventive pest management.

NatureFresh Farms develops unconventional pest management methods

November 2, 2017

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After a lot of research, NatureFresh Farms adopted Chili, a 15-month-old female Belgian Shepherd who certified for pest-related scent detection on a farm.

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