Editor’s Note: Learn more about WDDO in our March issue profile on the author, online here. If you’re not familiar with the phrase “randomized, double blind” testing, it basically describes a scent detector dog team proficiency test method, wherein no one present during the test — including the tested handler — knows the solution to […]
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Web Exclusive: Associations weigh in on the Amazon-EPA FIFRA settlement
In February, Amazon agreed to pay $1.2 million in administrative penalties to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to settle...
Looking for ‘ant’-swers
Are carpenter ants still king?
NPMA Legislative Day 2018
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) members worked together on issues affecting the pest management industry during Legislative Day 2018.
Web Exclusive: How to safely and properly remove a tick
There are many old wives tales and folklore surrounding the correct way to remove a tick that has embedded itself...
Using heat detectors in rodent control
There are several factors to consider when formulating an integrated pest management (IPM) approach to a rodent account, including: •...
Scholarships a worthwhile way to further pest industry careers
Finding the funds for college is a challenge for many. Student loan debt in the United States has reached a...
Truly Nolen hosts ’Insect Day’
On Saturday, Feb. 24, in conjunction with the company’s yearlong 80th anniversary celebration, Truly Nolen Pest Control hosted its first-ever...
Web Exclusive: Technology use in foodservice facilities
As part of our continuing coverage on rodent technologies in our February issue, we asked the National Pest Management Association...
PMPs, vendors meet at second annual PMP Growth Summit
This week, Pest Management Professional is hosting its second annual PMP Growth Summit, which brings together pest management professionals...
5 winter energy tips to pass along to your customers
The energy experts at the Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) have some great advice to keep households (and businesses) warm this...
ServSuite University 2018
ServicePro held its 10th ServSuite 2018 event in Las Vegas Feb. 6-8. Educational sessions covered the latest software developments in...
Web Exclusive: Experts weigh in on joining groups
On p. 14 of the February issue, you’ll see great responses to our question of the month from Stuart Aust,...
Web Exclusive: Experts’ favorite technologies
On p. 14 of the January issue, you’ll see great responses from Frank Meek, Mark “Shep” Sheperdigian and Dr. Stephen...
Web Exclusive: Interview with John Jarvis
Editor’s Note: The “Photo Finish” in the January issue of PMP Magazine introduced readers to John Jarvis — termite inspector...
Web Exclusive: Why I support a preventive approach to bed bugs
Editor’s Note: To learn more about the Bed Bug Prevention Think Tank and its Working Party, please see p. 75...