Dr. Jim Fredericks – Page 2 – Pest Management Professional

Expand your pest control efforts with foam

Dr. Jim Fredericks explains how to expand pest control efforts by using foam to fill hidden spaces like cracks and...

Invest in the details to aid spider control efforts

Jim Fredericks discusses extra management efforts and attention to detail for spider pest control to avoid callbacks this year.

Inspect backyard play areas for hidden wasp activity

Paper wasps (Polistes spp.) are one of the common pest species that pest management professionals (PMPs) regularly control around the...

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Understanding human behavior as part of the IPM process

Many PMPs would agree one of the biggest hurdles to implementing a successful integrated pest management program for clients are...

An out-of-sight approach to ant baiting

When using ant baits, manage expectations by explaining to customers how they work to control an ant colony. Also try...

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Communicating the (pencil) point of pest exclusion

Consider asking clients to follow you on a quick pest assessment, and have them compare the diameter of a pencil...

Get familiar with insect families

In entomological terms, insect families are large groups of insects with similar characteristics. Take time to learn to identify the...

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Create career paths for the next generation

The National Pest Management Association's Workforce Development Initiative is designed to encourage job seekers to find careers in professional pest...

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Turn a rainy day into an educational opportunity

Talk to your customers about how the current weather trends in your region, including rain, may be affecting local pest...

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Exterior pest inspections may require a change in direction

The winter months are a great time to focus on finding and communicating pest exclusion opportunities to clients to add...

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2021 could be the start of something big

Consider these resolutions that can be adapted for your circumstances; perhaps one will strike a chord with you for 2021.

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’Tis the season for SPP surprises

Share practical IPM advice with clients, reminding them to keep baking supplies in airtight containers to deter stored product pests.

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Halloween, spiders and wide-eyed babies

What makes spiders so creepy? We even include them as spooky decorations for Halloween. Dr. Jim Fredericks explains why humans...

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Data drive recommendations for roof rat control

A study funded by the Pest Management Foundation shed light on data-driven approaches that PMPs can use to improve their...

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Study examines landscape’s impact on pests

A recent research study in Auburn, Ala., shows that landscape features influenced the likelihood of infestation by common pests.