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August 18, 2026 •1:13:24

Pest Control Fumigation: Bed Bugs, Grain Stores & Insect Resistance | Martin Cobbold

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Tonight's Episode

Pest Control Fumigation: Bed Bugs, Grain Stores & Insect Resistance | Martin CobboldMartin Cobbold, CEO of Dealey Environmental, joins Shaun to demystify fumigation - one of the most specialist and least understood corners of pest control.

They cover what fumigation actually involves versus fogging, the qualification pathway to become licensed, and stories from the field including gassing aircraft for bed bugs, red poultry mite in chicken sheds, and the serious safety risks around grain store fumigation. Martin also explains the growing global problem of phosphine and insecticide resistance in stored product insects, why Dealey stepped back from ship fumigation, and shares his take on AI, the ageing pest control workforce, and private equity's growing role in the industry.

A must-listen for anyone curious about the technical, high-stakes side of pest management.

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Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK independent pest control podcast hosted by Shaun Muller of Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The show features practical conversations with pest control technicians, business owners, suppliers and industry experts, covering rodent control, drainage investigations, bee removal, bed bugs, wasps, commercial pest management, compliance, business growth and wider pest industry topics.Listen, watch and learn more at:⁠https://www.pestperspectivespodcast.co.uk

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Key Takeaways

Dealey Environmental specializes in professional fumigation and stored-product pest management across complex environments including grain, buildings, and containers.
Fumigation requires specialized knowledge, planning, safety protocols, and technical expertise to execute properly.
Fumigation is positioned as a specialist component within the broader modern pest management industry.
The fumigation sector faces current challenges and is evolving in response to industry developments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Martin Cobbald?

Martin Cobbald is the Chief Executive of Dealey Environmental, a company with decades of experience in fumigation and stored-product pest management.

What environments does Dealey Environmental work in?

Dealey Environmental works across complex environments including grain storage, buildings, containers, and other specialist situations.

What is the focus of this podcast episode?

The episode explores the specialist world of professional fumigation, including its role in modern pest management, the expertise required, industry developments, and future directions.

Who hosts the Pest Perspectives Podcast?

Shaun Muller hosts the Pest Perspectives Podcast, which features real conversations with people working across professional pest management.