Filth flies transport many food borne pathogens; sanitation and exclusion are critical components of a filth fly management program this summer. Read this article to learn more about how to prevent and exclude filth flies this summer.
Transport Foods Safely During Summer Months
Pest infestations during transport can corrupt food quality when left unchecked, can infest the food facilities to which they are delivered, and can create significant waste when the quality of food has been sacrificed.
Spring Pest Proofing Tips for Food Facilities
Springtime is an especially busy time for pest activity. Food facilities should take proactive pest proofing steps as pests emerge.
The Role of Sanitary Design in Pest Management
Sanitary design of a food or beverage processing plant can help to reduce the potential of contamination by reducing the number of areas where bacteria and pests can harbor.
Food Processing/Pest Control Economics: Trapping the $10,000 Rat
Patricia Hottel contributes to Food Processing’s article titled “Pest Control Economics: Trapping the $10,000 Rat” in the February issue. To view the full article online, click here
Managing Moisture for Pest Prevention in Food Facilities
The improper handling of water and organic debris in food facilities during food preparation and cleaning can contribute to pest problems such as cockroaches and small flies.
Managing Moisture for Pest Prevention in Food Facilities
In food facilities, the improper handling of water and organic debris during food preparation and cleaning can contribute to pest problems like cockroaches and small flies. Proper managing of water is essential in reducing pest survival. by Pat Hottel, Technical read more
Pest Proofing Your Building Inside and Out
McCloud Services emphasis the importance of pest proofing for businesses as it not only prevents pests from entering a building but can also prevent interior pest movement as well. Exclusion can reduce the areas where pests can harbor and food sources can accumulate, as well as provide long term control.
Quality Assurance – “Pest Invasion 2014 Addresses Key Food Safety Topics, Trends and BMPs”
Nearly 350 attendees gathered April 15 at this premier food safety educational conference. | May 6, 2014 SOUTH ELGIN, Ill. — McCloud Services hosted its annual Pest Invasion premier food industry pest management seminar on April 15, 2014 at the read more