The cover of the September 1954 issue of Pest Control magazine, as Pest Management Professional was known, was a departure from the usual serious portraits or specimen photographs. Rather, it showcased the work of Utica, N.Y.-based artist Edward Juergensen, and was part of a mural he painted for the offices of L.A. Moore & Co. […]
Pest Talk
PMPPestTalk is Pest Management Professional (PMP) magazine’s blog. It explores topics related to pest control, including pest management business, technology, industry-related news and features, and personal observations and information from PMP‘s stable of editors, expert contributors and the occasional guest contributor. You can access this online destination for pest management-related topics, which can range from further coverage of the print magazine’s content, to information not covered in the magazine.
Mechanic discovers rabbit under PMP editor’s car hood
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) recently released data on how rodents and wildlife are likely to get into vehicles...
In pest control, not all leads are created equal
Everyone in the pest control industry needs leads. They are the life blood of any business and pest control is...
How to evaluate a detector dog for toy drive
Latimer shares how to test a potential detector dog for toy drive in a few simple steps.
Jeep hobby good for business
The vehicles in Zoellner Exterminating’s fleet make an impression in and around Catoosa, Okla., where the company is based. That’s...
Live from Legislative Day 2019
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) members worked together on issues affecting the pest management industry during Legislative Day 2019.
Tips to evaluate a dog for scent detection
Here's how to evaluate potential detector dog candidates.
Improve review rate, improve your business, says Podium’s Jenson at ServSuite
Brad Jenson, executive vice president of business development for Podium Corp., was the Wednesday keynote speaker for ServicePro’s ServSuite University...
LIPCA’s McGinty offers claims tips at ServSuite 2019
Andy McGinty, executive vice president and chief operations officer of LIPCA Insurance, was the Tuesday keynote speaker for ServicePro’s ServSuite...
Expert tips on moving into management
The professionals who contribute to Pest Management Professional drew on their management experience when we asked them: What advice do you have...
PMP‘s inaugural 1933 issue: Exterminators Log
Here’s an excerpt from the inaugural 1933 issue of the Exterminators Log, Pest Management Professional’s original name. “At last we...
Video helps improve safety on the road
Truly Nolen, the Tuscon, Ariz.-based pest management company known for its iconic “mouse cars,” relies the Lytx DriveCam program to...
“The Future of Mosquito-Borne Illness” By Dr. Stan Cope
Dr. Stan Cope, AP&G’s VP of technical products and services, talks to attendees at the 2018 New York Pest Expo...
Essential reasons to keep a pest control blog
Here's why pest control companies need to value an active blog on their website.
“What Makes Ticks Tick?” by Nicky Gallagher
Nicky Gallagher, Syngenta technical manager Northeast & Northwest, talks to attendees at the 2018 New York Pest Expo presented by...
Flea and tick control advised for all rodent work
Pest control is an effective way to protect public health. For proof, look no further than an article from the...