BASF Produces New Podcast to Stress Importance of Termite Inspections for Consumers.

Seasoned realtor speaks to infestations during the course of a real estate transaction

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. -- BASF Professional Pest Control has released a new podcast, now available on the Termite Institute website (www.TermiteInstitute.com), addressing what consumers should know about termite inspections when buying or selling a home. As the real estate market continues to tighten and homeowners have difficultly selling their homes, a failed termite inspection can be one more impediment to closing a deal. From the perspective of a North Carolina realtor, this informative podcast covers why a termite inspection is important, what to expect during an inspection, and what can be done if termites are found.

"As homebuyers have become more selective due to the excess inventory on the market, and loans have become more difficult to secure, termites can become a deciding factor in buying a home," said Keith Holmes, Business Manager for BASF Professional Pest Control. "This podcast was produced as an education resource that underscores the BASF commitment to developing consumer understanding of the value of professional pest management services."

The podcast is delivered by Dianne Good, an active Raleigh, North Carolina realtor with over a decade of experience, and is available for free download in the Media Library section of www.TermiteInstitute.com. Consumers wanting to learn more about termite inspections are encouraged to visit the Termite Institute's "Buying and Selling a Home" section.

With sales of [euro]3,137 million in 2007, BASF's Crop Protection division is a leader in crop protection and a strong partner to the farming industry providing well-established and innovative fungicides, insecticides and herbicides. Farmers use these products and services to improve crop yields and crop quality. Other uses include public health, structural/urban pest control, turf and ornamental plants, vegetation management, and forestry. BASF aims to turn knowledge rapidly into market success. The vision of BASF's Crop Protection division is to be the world's leading innovator, optimizing agricultural production, improving nutrition, and thus enhancing the quality of life for a growing world population. Further information can be found on the web at www.agro.basf.com.

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