Exit Pest Wellington | Darren Labrum
Stored Product Pests (Pantry Pests) greatest importance is as pests of stored grains, damaging about 10% of the world¹s annual production but this may be as high as 30% in tropical and/or in developing nations. They are also a pest in residential homes, damaging and contaminating food in the pantry.
The beetles are the largest and most important group of stored product pests. The moths are the second most important group, followed by the mites, the flies and the lice.
Inspection of all incoming goods.
Timely removal of infested products.
Cool dry areas stacked on pallets.
Rotation out of the oldest stock first.
Keep the moisture content of the stock low with adequate ventilation.
Keep the moisture content of the stock low with adequate ventilation.
It is necessary to be certain that the insect you are encountering is a SPI. If it is, then it must be determined which one because they vary widely in their food preferences and living habits. Exit Pest are experienced in stored product insect recognition, identification, eradication and prevention.
Phone Darren on 027 314 4757 for expert information or to get a quote.