Outline
Redefining IPM
in the
Retail Industry
1. Current IPM Practices
2. The Shift in Program Priorities
3. Results
Dr. Stephen A. Kells
University of Minnesota
IPM “Tools”
US EPA Definition of IPM
Key Points
• a combination of practices,
• use of information about the pest,
• use of measures providing the least
possible hazard to people, property and
the environment; and,
• most economical means.
Pond
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Monitoring
Inspections
It is up to users
Exclusion
to figure out how
the program should
Sanitation
Non-Chemical Controls be set up!
Chemical Controls
Bias toward devices
Shipping
• Cost means that other practices are
reduced / eliminated
Parking
Freezer
Receiving
Office
– Inspections, sanitation, exclusion practices
are not implemented until there is a problem
• Results?
Store closings and Citations
“Product charge-backs”
(Product loss allowance)
Brand security, etc
Typical Programs are Device Heavy!
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Pond
2. A Shift in Program Priorities
Shipping
Freezer
Parking
Can we reduce the number of devices and
put our reliance into other practices for
better results?
Receiving
Office
Most Program are Device Heavy!
Pond
Shipping
$$ Reallocated to New Practices
1.Assessment of pest activity
2.Pilot walk-about inspections
3.Monitoring devices not limited
to the outer perimeter
Parking
Freezer
Receiving
The new IPM Program
Highlights
Office
Nestle Purina PetCare
Facility Assessment
Onsite Assessments
•Know the factors contributing to an infestation
Annual Assessments
•Address areas with chronic issues
•Budget planning
Re-distribution of funds
“Twinned” Projects
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Highlights
Inspections
Are there noticeable issues?
The Pilot Walk-About
• A method of routine (monthly) inspections
of all PVAs and progressive inspections of
non-PVAs
• Many areas can be assigned during
regular tours by facility personnel or
assigned to Contractors
Pilot WalkAbout Form
While looking for pests
and evidence,  all
that apply…..
Each  represents pest
activity or conducive
conditions.
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Evidence of success with these
practices….
Results
A survey of retail warehouses
using elements presented in this
training program
• A collaboration of a Retail Store
K. Kemp, Nestle Purina PetCare
R. Corrigan, RMC Pest Management
Consulting
S. Kells, Univ of Minnesota
• Methods:
– Survey comparison between distribution centers on a
conventionalized program vs a new IPM program
– Reviewed paperwork, posed questions to managers and PMPs
• The difference between the two programs….
Results!!
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Fewer repeat services
Number of pesticide applications
Gallons of Finished Spray
Grams AI
Rodenticide usage
Looking Forward
4.7x 
73% 
91% 
>90% 
>99% 
Annual Savings per Facility
125 gallons of finished spray
79 lbs of rodenticide bait
• Program is now expanding throughout the
country and with other retail companies
• Exploring ways to promote this in:
– Food processing
– Institutional (schools)
– low-income residential
Thank you!
www.ipmctoc.umn.edu
Supporting IPM practices from Combine to Consumer
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