About Dr. Jim Fredericks

Paper wasps (Polistes spp.) are one of the common pest species that pest management professionals (PMPs) regularly control around the perimeter of homes in most parts of the country. Upward......

Many PMPs would agree one of the biggest hurdles to implementing a successful integrated pest management program for clients are the clients themselves. ...

When using ant baits, manage expectations by explaining to customers how they work to control an ant colony. Also try making “out-of-sight” bait placements....

Consider asking clients to follow you on a quick pest assessment, and have them compare the diameter of a pencil to potential pest entry points....

In entomological terms, insect families are large groups of insects with similar characteristics. Take time to learn to identify the most common families....

The National Pest Management Association's Workforce Development Initiative is designed to encourage job seekers to find careers in professional pest management industry. ...

Talk to your customers about how the current weather trends in your region, including rain, may be affecting local pest pressure....

The winter months are a great time to focus on finding and communicating pest exclusion opportunities to clients to add value....

Consider these resolutions that can be adapted for your circumstances; perhaps one will strike a chord with you for 2021....

Share practical IPM advice with clients, reminding them to keep baking supplies in airtight containers to deter stored product pests....