This chapter discusses concepts in cockroach baiting, with emphasis on bait formulations and the response of cockroaches (i.e., feeding and foraging behaviour) to these formulations.

The majority of termite management practices rely upon the use of termiticides, and these are likely to remain an important approach in termite management programmes in the future. However, the termiticides on the market and their application methods have undergone vast changes since the discovery of the harmful effects associated with organochlorine insecticides. Newer reduced-risk chemicals have become available and application methods are improving, leading towards more environmentally safe and effective termite management. The currently available products are primarily divided into two categories: repellents that are fast acting at lethal doses; and non-repellents that are slow acting at lower concentrations. This chapter describes the characteristics of both types using examples from trials to explain their toxicity, uptake, transfer and control efficiency. Specific case studies are included on a new termiticide application strategy used in long-term termite management programmes. The chapter concludes with some guidelines for pest control operators in choosing the right termiticide.

Bed bugs have become a serious pest in urban communities throughout the world. They are proving to be one of the most challenging urban pests facing pest management professionals, largely owing to the lack of effective pesticides and a lack of public awareness that has enabled bed bugs to spread at alarming rates. Non-chemical techniques and tools, and integrated pest management strategies are gaining popularity as they impose less environmental impact than pesticide driven programmes. This chapter discusses the use of 'lowimpact' tools and methods. Also, a community-wide programme for effective bed bug management in society is explained.

This chapter reviews the nomenclature of drywood termites, discusses methods for detection and inspections, and describes current control measures (i.e., wood replacement, wood injection, temperature control, fumigation, electrical and microwave treatment, biological control agents). Preventive interventions are also discussed.

The effectiveness of a chlorfluazuron termite bait in eliminating colonies of the termite species Macrotermes gilvus (Hagen) was evaluated under field conditions. Three active termite mounds were chosen for this study, two acted as test mounds and the other as the control. Four In-Ground Stations (IGS) were installed around each mound. Interception occurred almost immediately in all the stations, which were subsequently baited. The control mound was fed a bait matrix lacking the active ingredient. Stations were re-baited every 2 weeks for 10–12 weeks until bait consumption ceased in the test mounds. The mounds were left undisturbed for four more weeks before being destructively sampled. The desiccated remains of workers, soldiers, late instars and queen were found upon sampling the treated mounds. A few live termites were located in one treated mound but were darkly pigmented indicating bait consumption. The control mound remained healthy and did not show any visible sign of negative impact. The bait successfully suppressed or eliminated both M. gilvus colonies within 16 weeks from commencement of feeding.