RISE brings industry needs to the regulatory table
Megan Provost shares an update on fully funded pesticide regulation, which has been a priority for RISE.
June 2023
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PMP resolves to continue to improve
Learn more about Resolve Pest Management's owner Carlos Lugo, who started his business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PMP Gallery: UPFDA Spring Conference edition
Check out highlights from the UPFDA Spring Conference.
The making of a family pest control business
Dennis Jenkins shares how his family started a family pest control business that is now ABC Home & Commercial Services.
Fighting fleas, one life stage at a time
Michael Bentley, BCE, provides tips to treat cat fleas to avoid treatment failure.
Use “1-2-3” approach to treat fleas, ticks
Dr. Charles Silcox, of AMGUARD, suggest PMPs take a comprehensive, “1-2-3” approach to flea and tick control.
How to have successful fly control
Anna Berry shares to identify larvae habitat, focus on monitoring, and eliminate conducive conditions for successful fly control.
Basic steps in chemical treatment for ticks
Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen, shares basic steps involved in a typical chemical treatment for tick control.
Weather changes cause increase in calls for various species
Mel Whitson, of Zoëcon, says, "As temperatures rise and rainfall increases in many areas, PMPs should be on the lookout...
ChatGPT, AI will revolutionize pest control businesses
Dan Gordon, CPA, shares the hype behind ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI) and how it will help the pest control...
2 tips to tell customers to lookout for fleas, ticks
"Remind your customers to always be on the lookout for fleas and ticks," says John-Michael Kibrick, of Steri-fab.
Tough customer instills pride
Jerry Schappert, ACE, shares about the two anniversaries that both have played a huge role in his life.
Prevent flies, fleas, ticks from entering homes
"Flies, fleas and ticks are all outdoor invaders, but they are a little different in how and why they enter...
Keep a well-trimmed lawn to prevent ticks
Kim Kelley-Tunis, ACE, BCE, PCQI, of Nisus Corp., says, "A control strategy that focuses on keeping weeds and vegetation well-trimmed...
2023 NPMA Women’s Forum
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) recently launched the Women’s Forum. Check out photos from the event.
Who, not how, should be your focus
Sheri Spencer Bachman, ACE, shares tips for business owners to avoid making themselves the solution to the chaos.
A Look Back: Images from 1993
Take a look back at a couple of cartoons from 1993 from this month's issue of PMP magazine.
Steps to prepare to treat fleas, ticks
"Fleas and ticks can be difficult to control, but proper preparation can enhance your success," says Dr. Chris Keefer, BCE,...
5 questions with Caleb Tennenbaum
PMP magazine catches up with Caleb Tennenbaum, marketing director of industry alliance The U Group and founder of Mktg4theFuture.
Different ways to treat flies
Dr. Cisse Spragins, of Rockwell Labs, shares different was to get rid of house flies and other filth flies.
Prepare to treat ticks properly
Dennis Neal, of Ensystex, says proper preparation is critical to success when treating for fleas.
Pest Trends: Ant control
Check out PMP magazine's June cover story, featuring recent studies on ant control.
Understanding nature will improve your industry skillset
Dr. Austin Frishman shares some very practical situations that required an understanding of nature, and how and why pests appeared...
Matching wits with ants
The range of biology and behavior among ant species tends to make them formidable foes for professionals.
Use knowledge of pests to treat them
Anna Hansen, of MGK, says to use their knowledge of a pest’s habits and biology against them when applying insecticides...
Expect a long wait for the EPA’s rodenticide interim decisions
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to issue its interim decisions on rodenticides between Oct. 1, 2023, and Sept....
How my startup was sold
Pete Schopen shares more details about how he sold Schopen Pest Solutions to Rollins earlier this year.
Reader poll: Working with distributors
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