Mel Whitson, of Zoëcon, says, "As temperatures rise and rainfall increases in many areas, PMPs should be on the lookout for an increase in calls for various species of flies, fleas and ticks."
Tips and Tricks
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.
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...
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,...
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.
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...
IPM strategies for fleas, ticks
To prevent or eliminate flea and tick infestations, always use integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, says Dr. Bob Davis, BCE,...
Tips for flea, tick control this summer
Fleas and ticks are important pests of public health, and these wingless, troublesome disease vectors are on the move. Though...
Mosquito resistance issues
Greg Pettis, of Nature-Cide, says, "sometimes we forget about mosquito resistance issues until we have bounce-back from populations that kind...
Help customers prevent mosquitoes
Matt Remmen, of Envu, says PMPs can help customers prevent mosquitoes by showing them the easy, everyday steps they can...
Mosquito control for outdoor spaces
Anna Berry, BCE, shares four factors to consider when choosing the right tools for liquid adulticide applications.
Treat mosquitoes with insect growth regulator
Dr. Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, says most effective treatments for mosquitoes in and near small ponds is with an insect...
Using excitorepellents to treat mosquitoes
Dr. Jamel Sandidge, of Nisus, discusses using excitorepellents to treat mosquitoes.
Eliminate standing water to prevent mosquitoes
"Wet and warming conditions are conducive to water accumulation, creating prime spots for mosquitoes to develop," says Mel Whitson, of...