IPCA Irish Pest Control Association

23/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, we would like to wish all members and supporters of the IPCA a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Thank you for your continued support, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining high standards across our industry. Your work throughout the year plays a vital role in protecting public health, businesses, and homes.

We look forward to working with you in the year ahead and continuing to support our members in a practical and meaningful way.

Wishing you and your families a safe, restful, and well-earned Christmas, and every success for the New Year ahead.

18/09/2025

Rodents don’t take the winter off, and neither do we!

As temperatures drop, rodent activity increases in homes, businesses, and farms across Ireland.

Choose peace of mind this winter by working with a licensed, insured, and audited member of the Irish Pest Control Association. All IPCA members are vetted professionals who meet the highest standards in pest control.

✔ Fully trained
✔ Licensed by the Department of Agriculture
✔ Regularly audited
✔ CPE-accredited

Find your local IPCA member at www.ipca.ie

Irish Pest Control Association

15/08/2025

An Asian hornet - a non-native species that poses a serious threat to honeybees - was confirmed in Cork this week after being spotted by a vigilant member of the public.

This discovery has triggered an emergency response, with efforts now underway to locate and eliminate any further presence of this invasive insect across the island.

The public is being urged to stay alert and report any suspected sightings via the National Biodiversity Data Centre’s Alien Watch portal.

Read more via the Irish Times: www.irishtimes.com/life-style/people/2025/08/14/how-to-recognise-an-asian-hornet-and-what-to-do-if-you-see-one/