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In most cases simply removing the infested product without allowing the pest to contaminate any other food stuffs will solve the problem.
If a treatment is required our technicians will inspect and advise you accordingly on the best way to stop the infestation and prevent the situation again.
Notes:
- Dispose of any product suspected of containing pests
- Seal all open products in airtight containers to prevent contamination
- Maintain high standards of hygiene
There are several pests which are a problem when it comes to stored foods, this page will provide information on moths and beetles mainly, however rodents and cockroaches are also a pest of stored food. Please see the rodents or cockroach pages for more specific information on each of these if required.
Stored product pests are a problem at all points of storage and transportation of food stuffs. They usually prefer warm conditions and will spend their entire lives within the food product.
In most cases if you find a stored product pest such as moths, beetles, weevils or Grain borers (not the type that eat wood) in a product in your pantry such as rice or flour, the best and cheapest method of treatment is to seal the infested food inside a plastic bag so the infestation cannot spread and dispose of it in the bin.
To prevent contamination of other products occurring again, store all opened products in a sealed air tight container.
Treatment of the food while infested is not possible without contamination of the food. Usually the product will contain the pest when you purchase it and it is much cheaper to replace a kilo of flour than it is to have your pantry and kitchen treated for these pests.
If you have an ongoing infestation of stored product pests and cannot find the source of the problem a treatment may be required, in which case we would thoroughly inspect the area to determine the best course of treatment for your specific pest. In most cases this is prevented by high standards of hygiene. Do not leave food uncovered where it can cause a problem.
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