Farmers are facing growing rodent problems on UK farms as infestations increase and new rodenticide rules come into force in 2026. A survey of UK farmers by BASF highlights how controlling rats and mice is becoming more challenging, with resistance concerns and regulatory change adding pressure across all types of farm businesses.
This briefing is from Farming UK
Almost all respondents reported rodent activity, with more than 60% dealing with both rats and mice at the same time.