Alternatives to Methyl Bromide for Pest Control in Structures

Objective

To optimise a physical combination technique based primarily on heat, in conjunction with other physical factors such as CO2 and/or inert dusts, taking account of the effect of humidity, to provide a viable alternative to the use of methyl bromide in flour mills to eradicate deep-seated infestations.

Institution

Igrox Chemicals Ltd

Start date

2000

End date

2003

Funding Source

Dept. for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Project number

AFM93