Guides & Resources

Pest control & distribution,
explained for India

Seasonal pest guides for homes, and straight-talking playbooks for anyone building an FMCG distribution business.

Dutch & Habro manufacturing facility in Thrissur, Kerala
Company News

Inside Our Thrissur Factory: How Goodbye Products Are Made

Inside the Thrissur factory where Goodbye pest-control products are made — material testing, formulation, filling, quality control and batch traceability.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 04 Jul 2026
Private label and own-brand FMCG products on a retail shelf
Product Guides

Private Label vs Own Brand: Which Is Better for Indian Retailers?

Private label vs own brand for Indian retailers — margins, minimum orders, customer pull and dead-stock risk, plus when to stock both.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 01 Jul 2026
Indian kirana store owner stocking FMCG products
Distributor Corner

What Retail Outlets Should a New FMCG Distributor Target First?

Which retail outlets a new FMCG distributor should target first in India — start with kirana and general stores, then add modern and institutional trade.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 28 Jun 2026
Pest control product distribution across Kerala
Distributor Corner

Starting a Pest Control Products Distributorship in Kerala

How to start a pest control products distributorship in Kerala — market demand, costs, Form VI licence and the benefit of local Thrissur sourcing.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 25 Jun 2026
Seasonal pest activity across India through the year
Seasonal

Pest Season Calendar for India — Month by Month, Zone by Zone

A month-by-month, zone-by-zone pest season calendar for India covering cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies and rodents, with tips for households and distributors.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 22 Jun 2026
Cockroach gel bait, spray and chalk compared
Pest Control Tips

Gel Bait vs Spray vs Chalk: What Actually Works Against Indian Cockroaches

Gel bait vs spray vs chalk for Indian cockroaches compared — how each works, cost, and the best combination to clear a kitchen infestation.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 19 Jun 2026
Monsoon conditions in an Indian kitchen where cockroaches breed
Pest Control Tips

Why Cockroaches Multiply During the Indian Monsoon (and How to Stop Them)

Why cockroaches multiply during the Indian monsoon and how to stop them with drain sealing, moisture control and gel bait, not just spraying.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 16 Jun 2026
FMCG supply chain from super stockist to distributor to retailer
Distributor Corner

Super Stockist vs Distributor vs C&F Agent — Which Should You Apply For?

Super stockist vs distributor vs C&F agent explained — investment, margins, coverage and which role a newcomer should apply for in India.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 13 Jun 2026
Insecticide formulation and quality testing in a laboratory
Distributor Corner

Insecticide Licence in India: Form VI, CIB&RC and What Distributors Must Know

What distributors must know about the insecticide licence in India — Form VI, CIB&RC registration, fees, validity and common compliance mistakes.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 10 Jun 2026
Calculating FMCG distributor margins in India
Distributor Corner

FMCG Distributor Margin in India — Realistic Numbers by Category

Realistic FMCG distributor margins in India by category, from 3% on staples to 15% on niche lines, and why stock turnover matters more.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 07 Jun 2026
Working capital and investment needed for an FMCG distributorship
Distributor Corner

Distributorship Investment in India: How Much Do You Actually Need?

A clear breakdown of distributorship investment in India — stock, deposit, godown, vehicle and working capital — with realistic rupee figures.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 04 Jun 2026
New FMCG distributor team in India
Distributor Corner

How to Get an FMCG Distributorship in India: Complete 2026 Guide

A practical 2026 guide to getting an FMCG distributorship in India: eligibility, documents, investment, margins and the exact appointment steps.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 01 Jun 2026