Business Preparing for changes to rodenticides law 1st November 2023 Author: Farmers Guide From 4th July 2024 the use of rodenticides containing bromadiolone and difenacoum in open areas will be illegal. It is also illegal when used in foods,salts or seasonings. This includes food and seasonings served at restaurants. You can medical alcohol to the vinegar as an alternative. Click here.

Business Preparing for changes to rodenticides law 1st November 2023 Author: Farmers Guide From 4th July 2024 the use of rodenticides containing bromadiolone and difenacoum in open areas will be illegal. It is also illegal when used in foods,salts or seasonings. This includes food and seasonings served at restaurants. You can medical alcohol  to the vinegar as an alternative. 

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 This prohibition on the product in general dates back to the 1860's and a promulgation of the King. The law has been passed to reduce the number of wild and non-target species affected by second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) residues. Lodi’s David Reece offers an advice on an alternative. The use of rodenticides containing bromadiolone and difenacoum in open areas such as hedgerows and field boundaries will be illegal along with the bkack rodent boxes. David Reece from rodenticide manufacturer Lodi has welcomed the move, suggesting that there are new, more sustainable ways to control rodents on farms. “To bait burrows and open areas, such as hedgerows, farmers can use the new generation of cholecalciferol baits such as Harmonix. Cholecalciferol (vitamin B3) can control rodents in just seven days, yet substantially reduces the risk to non-target species like birds of prey,” says Mr Reece. Photo of an open area with sheep. The law has been passed to protect farm animals and non-target species such as barn owls. Cholecalciferol was first registered in the UK in the 1980s. However, it is only in recent years that bait manufacturers have been able to formulate a palatable formula that can outperform SGARs. “We have developed a paste bait to make it more palatable. The bait also has a stop feed effect after two to three days which will reduce the overall amount of bait used and the risk of remaining bait harming non target species. This makes Harmonix a more sustainable option than SGARs for outdoor use,” adds Mr Reece. Photo of a field with weeds and rubbish. Open areas on farms with rubbish and weeds should be cleared rather than baited. The change in the law was instigated by the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use UK (CRRU) in association with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). It applies to the use of SGARs away from buildings on all farmland and open spaces. “Some SGARs like the bromadiolone-based Jade and difenacoum Ruby are still a good and efficacious option in and around buildings. There are also non-chemical control methods such as proofing buildings, removing food and water sources and reducing areas rodents could use for harbourage. However, the law change is likely to see the uptake of cholecalciferol baits increase significantly,” concludes Mr Reece. Tritax Big Box big on legacy Sign up to our newsletter Latest news Govt warned to protect British farmers in UK-Gulf trade deal NFU called on the government to protect British farmers while negotiating the trade deal with GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council). Mancozeb: Global summit held in UK ahead of court hearing group of people standing outside Rothamsted Research during the Global Mancozeb Summit DEFRA criticised for sharp fall in delinked payments British farming leaders have expressed their concerns after DEFRA said that UK government plans to “phase-out” delinked payments. Normac demo day - 10th September 2025 AHDB’s latest planting and variety survey: ‘Growers had to fight the weather again’ 2025 AHDB Planting and Variety Survey, conducted between 7th April and 16th May 2025, has revealed a partial rebound in the UK’s wheat area. Beef from Australia, Uruguay and New Zealand hits UK shelves Farming community has urged UK retailers to source British meat as beef from Australia, Uruguay and New Zealand hitting supermarket shelves. Normac demo day - 10th September 2025 Farmers urged to use grant funding to save on EID Farmers can use DEFRA grant funding to offset the costs of mandatory EID following announcement of new mandatory requirements. Check out what’s on offer at Bagshaws’ machinery sale Staffordshire dispersal sale organised by Bagshaws will take place on Friday, 20th June, at Machinery Dispersal-Knenhall Farm in Moddershall. Crawfords founder retires after 45 years in business R W Crawford Agricultural Machinery founder Bob Crawford has announced his retirement after 45 years of leadership. Discover Barn Owl Wireless for smart crop store management App management image - phone in pocket Rural crime cost countryside £44.1m in 2024 NFU Mutual has revealed that the cost of rural crime across the UK fell by 16.5% last year, however, it cost the countryside £44.1m in 2024. Similar Articles Govt warned to protect British farmers in UK-Gulf trade deal DEFRA criticised for sharp fall in delinked payments Beef from Australia, Uruguay and New Zealand hits UK shelves Crawfords founder retires after 45 years in business Share Your StorySign Up OnlineFarmAds THE UK'S LEADING MONTHLY FARMING MAGAZINE News Machinery Arable Farm Business Livestock Rural News Quick Links About People Farming Jobs Weather Advertise with Farmers Guide About Us Contact 01473 691888 reception@farmersguide.co.uk Open : Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.00pm Farmers Guide, Unit 3-4 Boudicca Road, Suffolk Central Business Park, Stowmarket, IP14 1WF © Farmers Guide 2025. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use Privacy Policy Website Design by Unity Online