Bird Control, Geese Removal & Pigeon Deterrent News

How to Protect Commercial & Industrial Rooftops from Geese

August 20, 2024

Millions of Canada geese are currently migrating south to warmer climates, and will continue to do so through late November. During fall migration, geese tend to form foraging flocks, which can be hundreds strong. These flocks travel, eat and loaf in the same areas – including the rooftops of commercial... Read More

Canada Goose Management: Planning & Budgeting

July 24, 2024

Canada geese pose problems for property owners year-round. Because goose behavior changes throughout the year, it can be hard to know which management approach should be used to deter geese – and when. When it comes to nuisance geese, there is no one-size-fits-all solution; rather, it is best to tailor... Read More

Bird Flu Update: H5N1 Continues to Spread Risks to Dairy Herds

July 23, 2024

In March 2024, the dairy industry was rattled by the USDA’s confirmation that cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (also known as bird flu or H5N1) had been detected in dairy cows in two states. As of July 15, the USDA has confirmed outbreaks of H5N1 in 158 dairy... Read More

Pest Bird Control for Water Treatment Facilities

June 25, 2024

High water quality is foundational to both environmental health and human well-being. While the impact of industrial pollutants and agricultural runoff on water quality are often discussed, the role of wildlife – and migratory birds, in particular – is often overlooked. This blog explores how birds affect water quality and... Read More

Birds & Soft Fruit Crops: The Impact, Challenges & Solutions

June 18, 2024

Over the course of the summer, soft fruits such as wine grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and cherries ripen and mature. Unfortunately, during this pivotal moment for farmers and growers, fruit crops are particularly vulnerable to bird damage. Birds, including starlings, robins, blackbirds, grackles, sparrows, crows and ravens, are naturally attracted... Read More

Keep Roofs & Roof Assets Safe from Nuisance Birds

May 14, 2024

As a property or facility manager, your responsibility is to oversee the day-to-day operations of your property and monitor for potential damage or disturbances. One area that requires particularly vigilant monitoring is your property’s roof. Roofs, themselves, are not only susceptible to damage that demands costly repairs – they also... Read More

Prevent Hungry Birds From Eating Your Sweet Corn Crop

May 8, 2024

Corn. As far as the eye can see. Much of America’s growing lands are dominated by the stuff – which is used to feed our livestock, fuel our vehicles, and fill our dinner plates. While sweet corn accounts for a small fraction of the nation’s corn crop (only 1%!), it... Read More

How to Manage Nuisance Gulls with Egg Depredation, Bird Lasers, & More

April 16, 2024

Spring is here – and so are nesting gulls. From May through mid-summer, gulls and their newly hatched chicks can become a massive headache for property owners: they damage structures and assets and pose human health and safety risks. Because gulls are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act,... Read More

How Dairy Farms Can Reduce the Risks of Bird Flu

April 2, 2024

Last week, the USDA confirmed cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), more commonly known as bird flu, in dairy cows in three states – Kansas, Texas and Michigan. Presumed positive tests were also found in herds in New Mexico and Idaho. The USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL)... Read More

Protect Agricultural Properties From Nuisance Birds This Spring

March 12, 2024

For farms, spring is the time to prepare for the year’s initial planting. It’s also the time when migratory birds return north during their spring migration, and resident and/or colonial birds look to establish nesting. From February through May, migratory birds – such as Canada geese and snow geese –... Read More

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