I am interested in getting some local permissions to do pest control on local farms. It is no secret that California is rather unique in its approach to guns and therefore I am apprehensive about how to go about seeking a Permission at a local farm to do pest control. I am open to all ideas of how to find farmers that could benefit from such services and how to initiate contact in a way that isn’t off putting. What benefits might I mention that would appeal to them? Do I need a written contract and what should be included in that contract? Do I charge for pest control? What hours or time frames might I suggest? It seems to me like meeting them in person would be extremely helpful if you had any suggestions on how I could do that. If I get an appointment with a local farmer what type of material and information should I be providing them? I feel certain that there are local farmers that could benefit from some pest control, but how to get an opportunity to present myself as at least some part of the solution is an absolute daunting task to me, and I welcome all suggestions.
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Search the forum for past posts asking this exact question. I remember a few of them over the years with helpful suggestions about initiating contact with property owners. For me personally it's been mostly word of mouth from owner to owner. I always strive for safety, respect of property, being so unobtrusive & quiet they hardly know I'm there & even though some have told me often to come whenever I want, I NEVER go without making contact first. You might want to print up flyers also. When I did that I stressed I'd do it FREE, how much more humane our method is & the success rate (kill ratio) compared to traps or poison. Some guys initiate contact with a box of donuts or the like. Don't ask for compensation if it'll get your foot in the door. FREE is very appealing! I still don't charge but suggest if they're happy with results & want to help offset pellet costs I won't refuse it but that's only been recently. There's MUCH more involved as I've learned over the years but have just mentioned the basics to you. As far as "hours" that's determined by the prey you'd go after, land owners preference & schedule, etc. There's a LOT to learn to do this the correct & ethical way. Feel free to PM me if you want to pick my brain.
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Nut shell version, you can't do it for money, IF you do then you have to have a license and be bound by the rules and regulations. You need to do the research on this forum for what powers work for what, you don't want to go punching holes in their buildings or damaging property or livestock. You don't give a location so it's hard to point you somewhere or hook you up with a local air gunner. I work the local Horseman's Association.
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If you are not making money from this and are only helping farm owners for free to clear out pests like rats, wild rabbits, and pigeons, then you do not need a license—only the farm owner’s permission is required.
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You may need a hunting license depending on what you will be pesting for.
You can find more information on the California Fish and Game in the following link.
To get access to private land I've used the following Entry Permit which I got it also from the California Fish and Game website.
Hopefully this helps.
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