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Standard operating procedures provide structure for success

Pete Schopen, founder of Schopen Pest Solutions and RV There Yet Pest Consulting, shares how SOPs can help your employees.

Asian needle ants were in the U.S. for decades before being officially recognized as a pest in 2006, per North Carolina State University. (Photo: Jessica Louque, Smithers Viscient, Bugwood.org)

Venomous sting puts invasive ant into headlines

The Asian needle ant (Brachyponera chinensis) has made headlines in recent months, as this invasive species has been confirmed in...

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5 ways inflation can hurt (or help) PMPs

For pest management professionals, inflation brings a mix of rising costs, pricing challenges, labor concerns and even opportunities for business...

What is your protocol when encountering a new pest species?

PMP's Editorial Advisory Board shares their answers.

Yellow fever mosquito (A. aegypti) PHOTO: ISTOCK.COM/TEPTONG

A new way to disrupt mosquitoes? Sweet

A high-sugar diet can interfere with the ability to sense humidity in yellow fever and common house mosquito species.

Eleven industry experts share innovative solutions and insights on invasive species management

Eleven top industry suppliers share their cutting-edge solutions, valuable insights and what’s next for a wide variety of invasive species.

Berkshire Hathaway acquires Bell Labs

Under Berkshire Hathaway’s ownership, Bell Laboratories will continue to operate independently, maintaining its leadership, culture and strategic direction.

Invasive Asian needle ants are here to stay

Asian needle ants are drawing attention for their painful, sometimes dangerous stings and ecological impact, as increased outdoor activity leads...

Red flour beetle (Tribolium castaneum). (Photo: Gene White)

Tech test: Scrutinize your stored product pest knowledge

Our August Tech Test allows you to test your familiarity with stored product pests.

Asian cockroaches (Periplaneta japonica) (Photo: Gene White)

Get ready to take on space-invading invasive species

Take a dive into invasive species, including the spotted lanternfly, Asian cockroach and more.

Rockwell Labs acquires Aprehend

Effective immediately, Rockwell has acquired the patented Aprehend biopesticide for bed bugs and associated spray application products from ConidioTec.

UF/IFAS expands hours for licensing testing before Florida’s exam process changes

University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) extended its testing hours for Florida pesticide certification exams ahead...

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Diffuse ‘employee time bombs’ with proactive measures

Nicole Gorman of Evans Termite & Pest Control, shares some employee issues she has recently dealt with and how she...

Stuffing Akita’s wildflower seed packets are, from left, Manny Mendez, inspector; Matt Leon, director of operations; and the author. PHOTO: AKITA PEST CONTROL

Akita’s campaign is in full bloom

Akita Pest Control has long taken pride in using an integrated pest management approach to our residential and commercial accounts,...

5 questions with Brett Lieberman

Pest Management Professional caught up with Brett Lieberman, president of the Vienna, Va.-based firm, to learn more about My Pest...