Messinia announces bait spraying program for September 28

The Directorate of Agricultural Economy and Veterinary Medicine of Messinia has announced a bait spraying program scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026. The operations will target various local communities to manage pests.

Spraying will commence in Asprochomato, Antikalamou, Desylla, Mathia, Achladochori, and Proastio. The program will continue in Diabolitsio, Ilektra, Mandras, Agrilobouno, Ellinokleissia, Koukounaras, Evangelismos, Falani, Platsa, Trachilas, Methoni, Laiikon, and within the Kalamata municipal unit, specifically around Laiikon Street, north of the Karelia factory, Diaspora, and Akovitika.

Olive growers are requested to cooperate with program officials by ensuring access to fenced olive groves and clearing obstacles or weeds for safety. Owners must remove animals from groves prior to spraying, as no application will occur in areas with livestock. Beekeepers are advised to take precautions to protect their hives, and organic farmers must clearly mark their groves to avoid liability issues for contractors.