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The poultry industry has made strenuous efforts to eradicate salmonella, and has enjoyed a large measure of success. But the potential for infection remains - and with 2007 seeing quarterly monitoring of layer flocks, so does the potential for business disaster.

The main culprit in the spread of salmonella is the mouse. With warm, sheltered conditions and a constant free food supply, a poultry house is mouse heaven. And given their extraordinary rate of reproduction (one female could produce over 600 descendants in a year) it is vital to eradicate mice infestations quickly and effectively.

The reproduction rate is also a factor in the rapid build-up of resistance to previously effective poisons. That's why it is particularly important to rotate products in use, and why we are constantly evaluating new products as they come to market. At present, we are seeing excellent results from a new paste bait called Raco Force, containing peanut oil, which mice seem to find irresistible. But we can also offer a choice of tried and tested products, including Romax Mouse DP Paste, Deadline Mouse Blocks and Sorexa Checkatube. For free advice on your particular circumstances, please call 01953 851799.