Mosquito Control Campaign 2025
- CASTENASO, Italy (AP) — The Municipality of Castenaso is changing its approach to mosquito control in private areas this year, moving away from door-to-door distribution of larvicide.
- Instead, the municipality will provide free larvicide to residents for autonomous use.
- A public information meeting is scheduled for May 5 to explain the new distribution methods.Officials said the change aims to prevent potential scams.
Castenaso Shifts Mosquito Control Strategy, Offers Free Larvicide
CASTENASO, Italy (AP) — The Municipality of Castenaso is changing its approach to mosquito control in private areas this year, moving away from door-to-door distribution of larvicide.
Free Larvicide Distribution
Instead, the municipality will provide free larvicide to residents for autonomous use. The larvicide will be available at market desks on specific dates and at the Public Relations Office (URP) throughout the treatment season, which runs from May to September.
Data Meeting Scheduled
A public information meeting is scheduled for May 5 to explain the new distribution methods.Officials said the change aims to prevent potential scams.
The larvicide will be distributed in quantities proportionate to the number of drains needing treatment. Residents must provide their address and name to receive the product. Treatments should be applied monthly.
Public Information Session Details
The information meeting, open to all citizens, will be held May 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Municipality of Castenaso,located at Piazza Raffaele Bassi 1. The session will cover proper treatment procedures and correct usage of the larvicide.
Representatives from the company in charge and the technical director will be present to answer questions from the public.
The municipality will publish further updates regarding the information meeting as needed.
Larvicide Distribution Calendar
The free larvicide distribution schedule is as follows:
- May 7: castenaso weekly market, Parking via XXI October 1944 corner of via dello Sport, 8:30 a.m. to noon.
- May 13: Farmer’s Market – Villanova, Castenaso, Via Villanova 2 (adjacent pharmacy parking), 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- May 14: Castenaso weekly market, Parking via XXI October 1944 corner of via dello Sport, 8:30 a.m.to noon.
Mosquito Control Strategy Shifts in Castenaso: Your Questions Answered
Here’s a breakdown of the recent changes to mosquito control in Castenaso, Italy, addressing your most pressing questions.
What’s new with mosquito control in Castenaso?
The Municipality of Castenaso is changing its approach to mosquito control in private areas this year. Instead of door-to-door larvicide distribution, they are now offering free larvicide to residents for their own use.
Why is Castenaso changing its mosquito control method?
The change aims to prevent potential scams.
Where and when can I get free larvicide?
free larvicide will be available at:
Market desks: On specific dates.
Public Relations Office (URP): Throughout the treatment season (May to September).
What is the larvicide distribution schedule at the markets?
Here’s the schedule for larvicide distribution at the market locations:
| Date | Location | Time |
| :——- | :————————————————————————————— | :——————– |
| May 7 | Castenaso weekly market, Parking via XXI October 1944 corner of via dello Sport | 8:30 a.m.to noon |
| May 13 | Farmer’s Market – Villanova, Castenaso, Via Villanova 2 (adjacent pharmacy parking) | 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| May 14 | Castenaso weekly market, Parking via XXI October 1944 corner of via dello Sport | 8:30 a.m.to noon |
How much larvicide will I receive?
The larvicide will be distributed in quantities proportionate to the number of drains needing treatment at your property.
What do I need to do to get the free larvicide?
You must provide your address and name to receive the larvicide.
When should I apply the larvicide?
Treatments should be applied monthly.
Is there a public meeting about the new method?
Yes, a public information meeting is scheduled for May 5 to explain the new distribution methods.
Where and when is the public information meeting?
The meeting will be held on May 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Municipality of Castenaso, located at Piazza Raffaele Bassi 1.
What will be covered at the information meeting?
The information meeting will cover proper treatment procedures and correct usage of the larvicide
