Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program

Rat Management Resources

Rat Management Resource Videos

This training series was produced in collaboration with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources and the California Department of Food and Agriculture. This 20 video training series features Roger Baldwin, a Professor of Cooperative Extension at University of California, Davis, and provides in-depth explanations on all components of an effective rat management plan for orchards. The goal of this training series is to provide growers, PCAs, and other agricultural professionals with detailed trainings and information on recommended rat management tools.

Full Training Playlist - Rodent Training - YouTube

Introduction

Topic 1 Introduction

Monitoring Strategies

Topic 2 Tracking Tunnels

Topic 3 Snap Traps

Topic 4 Remote Triggered Camera

Topic 5 Monitoring Summary

Habitat Modification

Topic 6 Habitat Modification: Considerations and Implementation

Biological Control

Topic 7 Owl Boxes