How to control birds – Questions and Answers Why do we need to control birds? Roosting birds can create a real mess in a factory, shed or just around a domestic dwelling with droppings, feathers and nesting materials. Are there any dangers associated with bird infestations? Bird droppings can be the cause of various diseases…
The Top Emerging Pests in Australia (2025 and Beyond): What Pest Managers Need to Know Australia’s pest landscape is shifting. New threats emerge as climate, trade, urban spread and resistance patterns evolve. For pest managers, staying informed – not just reactive – is essential. At Agserv, we supply both knowledge and the products so you…
Insect of the Month: Lesser Grain Borer The lesser grain borer is a primary pest of whole grains, especially corn and cassava root. The adults chew small holes in the kernel and then lay several eggs in the grain or in the grain mass. Damage is seldom noticed until exit holes appear and adults are…
Treating roof voids – power off New laws have recently come into place in order to protect any worker entering into a roof void – these laws are particularly relevant to pest control technicians. Under WA’s Work Health and Safety Regulations, it is mandatory for the mains power to be off before a Pest Control…
Insect of the Month Tobacco Moth (Ephestia elutella) Description Tobacco Moth Adults: The wings from tip to tip are up to 16 mm (0.625 inch) and the hind wings are uniformly gray. The upper wings are grayish brown with two light colored bands extending across each forewing. Tobacco Moth Eggs: Oval, ivory in color and…
Pestech 2025: A National Showcase for Innovations and Collaboration in Pest Control July and August proved to be standout months for Australia’s pest management industry as Pestech 2025 travelled around Australia – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Newcastle, the Gold Coast, Adelaide and the Sunshine Coast. Our nationwide events combined trade exhibitions, product demonstrations, and expert-led seminars,…
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – PROTECTA® EVO® Tunnel™ In professional pest control, safety is more than a best practice, it is a requirement. The PROTECTA® EVO® Tunnel™ from Bell Laboratories was designed with that principle in mind, offering tamper-resistant, secure housing for a range of rodent traps in both indoor and outdoor environments. Originally developed through a…
Driven by our commitment to being the premier choice for supplies in the Professional Pest Control industry, our Lidcombe branch has seen a few changes over the past couple of months – largely due to business growth. Michael Harband and John Rutledge continue to serve as the enduring foundation of the branch, offering an enormous…
Tackling the Port Pirie Pigeon Infestation: How Agserv’s Bird Management Products Can Help The recent severe pigeon infestation at the Port Pirie Community Health building has brought to light the significant challenges that urban bird populations can pose to public health and infrastructure. Over time, large numbers of pigeons had taken up residence within the…
Why Choosing Agserv Sets You Apart: The Unique Benefits of Partnering with Agserv In the bustling marketplace of pest control suppliers, standing out is not just about having a comprehensive product line – it’s about offering unparalleled service, expertise, and reliability. Enter Agserv, a leading name in the Australian pest management supply industry. With decades…