About Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE

Insect monitors are essential tools in the fight against German cockroach infestations, offering PMPs valuable insights into the scope and location of the problem....

Libraries can be surprisingly susceptible to infestations. With patrons spending extended periods among books and furniture, the risk of bed bugs hitching a ride is very real....

The nests of carpenter ants are unique compared to other ant species because, rather than nesting in the ground, they prefer to excavate wood to create their nests....

PMPs can boost chances of successful trapping with prebaiting....

While both bed bugs and bat bugs fall under this category and look extremely similar, they differ in their habitat preferences and behaviors....

Fly control usually occurs in commercial accounts like restaurants, but many PMPs are facing new challenges in specialty markets, such as animal production and hobby farms....

"Before initiating any pest control service, conducting an inspection is an important, initial step," says Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen....

Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen, says to confirm activity, look for fresh wood shavings or bee movements near the holes during daylight hours....

Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen, says, "To maximize the effectiveness of monitors, place them near potential harborage areas and secure in place."...

Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen, says recognizing early signs of bed bugs' presence can be crucial in preventing infestations....