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Industry veteran joins CSI as technical service manager

Anna Iversen, BCE, brings more than two decades of expertise in pest management, product development and technical services.

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NCSU study links cockroach infestations to airborne endotoxins

New research from North Carolina State University (NCSU) links residential cockroach infestations to high levels of indoor contaminants. The findings,...

University of Aberdeen study: How research tags affect Dubia cockroaches

A new paper from Scotland’s University of Aberdeen initially arose from an entirely different experiment: researchers were originally looking to...

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Purdue University: Salmonella is replicating in German cockroaches

New research suggests German cockroaches may actively replicate Salmonella in their gut, increasing the risk of antimicrobial-resistant infections in humans.

Brownyard Group celebrates 75th anniversary with new branding

Brownyard is recognized as the longest-running, family-owned program administrator in the U.S.

IN MEMORIAM: Jim Ogle

Jim Ogle, second-generation owner of Lloyd Pest Control, died Nov. 15 at age 89.

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Roach review: What we don’t know about the industry’s “bread-and-butter” pest

For the most part, cockroaches are the bread-and-butter insect of the professional pest control industry. But it seems the more...

Rentokil Terminix names interim leader for innovation center

Oz Siddique is group innovation and product development director for parent company Rentokil Initial in Rickmansworth, England.

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EPA approves new active that controls cockroaches, termites, bed bugs

On Nov. 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registered 10 products containing the new active ingredient isocycloseram.

New termite species reticulitermes rusti named after PMP Hall of Famer

Science update: A new subterranean termite species, Reticulitermes antonii, has been discovered in Florida, named in honor of PMP Hall...

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Top five obstacles and opportunities in 2026

While pest management professionals (PMPs) are optimistic about 2026, they are also clear-eyed about the economic challenges ahead. Balancing these...

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2026 Revenue & profit projections for the pest control industry

Pest management professionals (PMPs) are projecting strong revenue growth for 2026 and a significant portion of that profit is coming...

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Spider studies uncover web logic, city of silk

Three new studies provide more insight into the world of arachnids.

2026 service offering trends: What are PMPs adding to their lineup?

Pest management professionals (PMPs) are expanding their service offerings to meet customer demand and generate new revenue streams. As this...

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2026 PMP purchasing plans & budget projections

PMPs are planning to spend in 2026. This data breaks down budget projections, top planned purchases, and the biggest obstacles...