Why NPTA On The Road Continues to Bring the Industry Together
The pest management industry never stands still.
Every day, pest professionals are faced with new challenges, changing customer expectations, evolving legislation, emerging technologies and increasing demands for technical knowledge. Whether dealing with rodents, birds, insects or specialist environments, the one constant is the need to keep learning, adapting and sharing knowledge.
That is exactly why NPTA On The Road has become one of the most popular and well-attended programmes in the association’s calendar.
For many years, these regional events have brought together technicians, business owners, field biologists, suppliers, manufacturers and industry experts from across the UK. They provide an opportunity for professionals to step away from the pressures of the working day and spend time discussing the issues that matter most to our industry.
Keeping Pest Professionals Updated on Current Topics
Whilst every event has its own unique programme, the objective remains the same: to provide practical, relevant and engaging content that attendees can take back to their businesses and apply immediately.
One of the key strengths of the programme is the breadth of subjects covered. Modern pest management demands far more than technical competence alone. Today’s professionals need an understanding of compliance, legislation, business management, recruitment, sustainability and emerging technologies alongside their core technical skills.
This year’s programme reflects the diverse challenges and opportunities facing modern pest management businesses.
Across the remaining events, delegates will hear from industry experts covering topics such as:
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- Improving profitability and business performance
- Rodent behaviour and effective management strategies
- Technical pest control challenges and emerging species
- Agricultural pest management
- Technology and innovation within the sector
- Compliance, legislation and industry best practice
- The evolving role of field biologists
- Product selection and responsible use
- Lighting technology and its implications for pest management
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The speaker line-up includes a wide range of respected industry professionals, each bringing their own expertise and practical experience. From technical specialists and field biologists to business experts and technology innovators, every session is designed to provide real-world insight rather than theory alone.
Attendees will hear from industry figures including Laurence Barnard, Richard Faulkner, Duncan Brown, Mark Wenman, Richard Moseley, Michael Sims, Elaine Bliss, Grahame Turner, Sophie Thompson, Stuart Dell and representatives from leading industry organisations and suppliers.
The Conversations & Networking Opportunities
However, whilst the presentations are undoubtedly an important part of the day, many regular attendees would say the greatest value comes from something else entirely.
The conversations.
One of the defining features of an NPTA On The Road event is the opportunity to spend time with fellow pest professionals who face many of the same challenges every day.
Between presentations, during networking breaks and over coffee, conversations take place that simply cannot happen over email or social media. Technicians discuss difficult pest issues. Business owners compare experiences. New ideas are shared. Solutions are debated. Relationships are built.
These interactions help strengthen not only individual businesses but the wider profession as a whole.
Finding Out About News Products & Technologies
The events also offer attendees the chance to engage directly with suppliers and manufacturers, explore new products and technologies, and gain a better understanding of the innovations that continue to shape the future of professional pest management.
As an association, NPTA firmly believes that a stronger industry is built through collaboration, knowledge-sharing and continuous professional development. NPTA On The Road embodies all three.
Whether you are an experienced business owner, a technician looking to broaden your knowledge, a field biologist keen to share expertise or someone relatively new to the sector, these events provide a welcoming environment in which to learn, contribute and connect.
Remaining NPTA On The Road Dates
8th September 2026 – Peterborough
16th September 2026 – Southampton
23rd September 2026 – Durham
7th October 2026 – Reigate
21st October 2026 – Chester
Places are available across all remaining events. To find out more and reserve your place, visit the NPTA On The Road events page HERE.
