Killgerm Podcast

Episode 52: A Year in Insects – Part 2

Part two focuses on the skills behind accurate insect identification. Dr Matthew Davies discusses training routes, common sample challenges, and the limits of AI and image recognition. The conversation looks ahead to DNA

Episode 51: A Year in Insects – Part 1

In part one, Dr Matthew Davies explores the Killgerm Insect ID Service, revealing what thousands of annual samples tell us about emerging pest trends. From book lice dominance to rising ant species, this episode covers i

Episode 50: Rodent Senses – Part 3

A closer look at rodent taste and how quickly they assess what’s safe to eat. Michael and Avril discuss taste buds across the mouth, food preferences, aversions, and how taste impacts bait uptake, shyness, and overall pe

Episode 49: Rodent Senses – Part 2

An exploration of rodent hearing and vision, covering ultrasonic communication, colony interactions, and why sight is far less important than other senses in day-to-day behaviour. The post Episode 49: Rodent Senses – Par

Episode 48: Rodent Senses – Part 1

A deep dive into how rodents use smell to navigate their environment, communicate within colonies, and locate food — plus how this understanding supports more effective pest control. The post Episode 48: Rodent Senses –

Episode 47: Mice of Great Britain – Part 2

A continuation of the discussion, covering native and invasive dormice, their impact on properties, the legal requirements around control, and how different mouse species influence the approach pest controllers should ta

Episode 46: Mice of Great Britain – Part 1

Michael and Melvin explore the mice commonly found in Britain, focusing on how to distinguish house mice from wood mice through appearance, behaviour, and field signs — and why correct identification is essential for com

Episode 45: Drones in Pest Control: Innovation with Coptrz

Host Michael Dunbar is joined by Benny and George from Coptrz to discuss how drones are changing industries and what this could mean for pest control. From thermal imaging and LiDAR to safety, training, and AI, this epis

Episode 44: Fendona is Back!

Michael Dunbar talks to BASF’s Lawrence Barnard about the return of a once-withdrawn insecticide. They cover its history, what’s changed on the label, and why it earned long-term trust from pest controllers. Plus, practi

Episode 43: Learn how Exhale mimics a human host to improve bedbug detection in hotels, housing, and more

In this episode, we’re joined by Nicolai and Christian N. Hagelien, co-founders of SKATEK, to discuss Exhale—a device that mimics human presence using CO₂ and kairomones to trigger bedbug movement. Exhale supports effect

Episode 42: CRRU UK Update Part 2: Navigating the New Rodenticide Rules

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Matt Davies on CRRU UK’s latest updates. We delve into the practical implications of the upcoming restrictions on second-generation anticoagulant rodenticide (SGAR)

Episode 41: CRRU UK Update w/ Matthew Davies

This Spring, we’re making it easier than ever to earn CPD points with Killgerm podcasts. Based on your feedback, we’re introducing a new system that allows you to earn points faster. Instead of listening to a full

Episode 40: Bedbug Detection and Bugscents Sentry – Part 2

Episode 39: Bedbug Detection and Bugscents Sentry – Part 1

In today’s episode, Emma welcomes Sophie Wulff, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Arctech Innovation, to explore the groundbreaking BugScents Sentry Pro. Inspired by nature and advanced by science, this discreet and

Episode 38 – New Licensing for Rodent Glue Traps

Join Emma Lown as she sits down with Dr Matthew Davis, Head of Technical at Killgerm, to discuss the recent change in licensing for glue traps. The post Episode 38 – New Licensing for Rodent Glue Traps first appeared on

Episode 37: Cockroach & Ant Gel

Join Emma Lown as she sits down with Richard Moseley, the Key Account and Business Development Manager at Syngenta, in this insightful episode. They delve into the specifics of Advion Cockroach & Ant Gel, exploring

Episode 36: Cluster Flies – Part 2

In Part 2 of this podcast, Emma is joined by Killgerm Area Sales Manager Rob Simpson to discuss cluster flies and how to manage them, as well as some anecdotal stories from Rob from his days as a Pest Controller. Click h

Episode 35: Cluster Flies – Part 1

In Part 1 of this podcast, Emma is joined by Killgerm Area Sales Manager Rob Simpson to discuss cluster flies and how to manage them, as well as some anecdotal stories from Rob from his days as a pest controller. Click h

Episode 34: Quantum X Tube Technology

Today, Emma is joined by Maike Schmitz to discuss the new era of insect management technology. For the last 5 years, Maike has been the international sales manager for PestWest, and today she has kindly joined us to disc

Episode 33: Bird Spikes

This month, Killgerm’s resident bird expert Alastair Fernie joins Emma Lown to discuss the latest offering of bird spikes and bird control products . The post Episode 33: Bird Spikes first appeared on Killgerm Podcast .