Pest management professionals fared better than other industries when it came to retaining employees and customers during the pandemic.
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Steps to identify and eliminate insects in imported sources
Joe Barile, of Bayer, explains how thorough inspections, treatments and prevention can help eliminate stored product pests.
Study the top pests to exploit their weaknesses
Identification of the pest and the conducive conditions are key to solving problems. And knowing which species are going from...
Outfitting the team
With some materials in short supply, PMPs ensure they have what it takes to make the win.
Plan for detection and treatment of stored product pests
Casey Prewitt, of Neogen, discusses how to have a solid IPM plan in place for early detection and successful treatment...
Every lead is a potential sale
Part two of Pete Schopen's column this month breaks down the sales process. Part one of his column was featured...
Jorō spider is on the move
Jorō spiders were spotted northern Georgia and western South Carolina since its U.S. arrival approximately 7 years ago. Now, they...
Protect food stock from pest infestations
Don’t forget that stored product pest infestations can occur when stock or shipments from different locations are co-mingled at processing...
PMPs caught in the act — of kindness
Here are some recent examples of acts of kindness in the professional pest management industry to inspire other teams in...
Boat docks, basements — have spiders no shame?
Question: Judy, many of my customers have lake homes with boat docks. The docks often are covered with spiders and...
5 questions with June Van Klaveren
PMP Editor Heather Gooch talks 5 questions with June Van Klaveren to discuss her children's book Me & Smugg, the...
Kitchens are go-to spots for store product pests
Mel Whitson, of Zoëcon Professional Products, explains how kitchens are go-to spots for store product pests and how to prevent...
What every business needs to grow
Dennis Jenkins discusses how making decisions and establishing personality will help a business grow.
Stop infestations to help prevent food spoilage
Dr. Eric Paysen, of Syngenta, explains that it is important to quickly stop the infestation to help prevent food spoilage.
Pay off debt, or save to retire?
Should you pay off your debts, or should you save for your retirement?
Fabrics that attract stored product pests
Dr. Cisse Spragins, of Rockwell Labs, explains the different fabrics that can attract pests.