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Arizona PMP: Two possessions keep me grounded

Matt Hamblin shares why two keepsakes from when he was just starting out in the industry are still so important...

Certus selects southwest market president

Guilford, Conn.-based Certus Pest has hired Freddie Padilla, ACE, as president for its southwest market. Padilla brings leadership experience in...

Consider other kitchen areas for SPP

While the kitchen is the most common room for treating stored product pests, it’s important to remember other areas that...

IN MEMORIAM: Fred Cliff

Fred Cliff, longtime executive director of the South Carolina Pest Control Association (SCPCA), died Oct. 20 at age 86.

GreenTech Heat: On-site Training

GreenTech Heat is offering free on-site training — a $3,000 value — with every ePro Mobile Pest Eradication trailer package...

NJ Wildlife and Pest Control is first to receive new certifications

NJ Wildlife and Pest Control is the first pest management firm to achieve QualityPro's new Public Health in Rodents certification.

Reader poll: Your most unexpected tool

Please take a minute to answer our latest one-question reader poll: What’s the most unexpected/unusual tool in your toolbox?

5 questions with Dan Gordon and Donnie Shelton

PMP interviewed Dan Gordon, CPA, and Donnie Shelton, about how they have teamed up for a new, industry-focused podcast, “PMP...

A wild ride: PMP’s 2021 State of the Industry Report

Our 2021 State of the Industry survey shows pest management professionals have kept their foot on the gas even amidst...

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Industry involvement a worthy investment

Being involved in the pest control industry is an investment to grow your business and gain friendships through different organizations.

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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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Resourceful PMPs make like MacGyver and adapt

If you’ve never seen the TV show “MacGyver,” you don’t know what you’re missing. For the record, I’m focusing on...

Learn to identify SPP sources

There are various and unique inspection practices that can help identify stored product pest (SPP) sources.

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Studies find transfluthrin aids in mosquito disease reduction

Transfluthrin, an active ingredient already registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, is showing promise against mosquito-borne diseases.

Crawlspace Depot: Professional-Grade Flashlight

Manufactured by Boruit, Crawlspace Depot’s affordable, compact flashlight produces 1180 lumen with an 800-foot range.