We asked columnists and editorial advisory board members of Pest Management Professional about some topics that the pest control industry does not cover enough in training.
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Why the Asian longhorned tick is cause for concern
While prior studies have shown that this tick is not a competent vector of B. burgdorferi, the CDC’s recent findings...
Properly communicate your ant control protocol to instill confidence with clients
No matter how many of these challenges you encounter, communicating your ant control protocol and progress with customers will help...
How to calm chaos caused by stinging insects
Simply killing the few yellowjackets was not the answer. Learn more about how this pest opens the door to an...
Natural oil-based treatments can offer protection against mosquitoes
Stay competitive by staying sustainable. Natural oil-based mosquito treatments can offer powerful, eco-conscious protection for residential lawns and outdoor spaces.
Correctly ID mosquitoes before inspecting or implementing any treatment
Correctly identifying these mosquitoes is important before inspecting or implementing any treatment.
Focus on control efforts seasonally to keep mosquito populations in check
y focusing your control efforts seasonally, you’ll have a better chance of keeping mosquito populations in check and helping your...
Effective communication and collaboration play a significant role in combating mosquitoes
Mosquitoes carry diseases such as West Nile virus, dengue and Zika virus. Wet and warm conditions create a breeding ground...
Make a few strategic adjustments to lower the amount of mosquito callbacks
Read four proven ways to reduce retreatments and maximize results when it comes to mosquito callbacks.
Mosquitoes should be mitigated through an active IPM inspection
Mosquitoes can pose a serious risk to loved ones and should be mitigated through an active IPM inspection of home...
Effectively repel mosquitoes with combination of tactics and products
The most effective way to eliminate and repel mosquitoes is to use a combination of tactics and products.
Effective ways to recognize employees who do outstanding work
We asked columnists and editorial advisory board members of Pest Management Professional about some effective ways to recognize employees who do outstanding...
NPMA’s Women’s Forum strengthens member bonds
The National Pest Management Association's (NPMA's) Women’s Forum celebrates the contributions of women across the professional pest control industry.
Knowing how pesticides impact the target is key to understanding mosquito treatments
Adding a true repellent to your mosquito treatment or widening the coverage zone farther away from the structure can significantly...
5 ways monitoring devices can improve your rodent control program
This technology equips pest management professionals with insights that allow them to anticipate and address issues before they escalate. However,...
Technical team makes learning about research fun
The National Pest Management Association's “BugBytes” podcast aims to educate listeners by sharing, and more importantly, summarizing, research papers and science...