With rising temperatures and increased rainfall in many regions, PMPs can expect to see a surge in fly-related issues.
Tips and Tricks
Fly prevention starts outside the home
Prevention starts outside the home, especially with pet waste — eliminating this breeding ground is crucial.
5 focal points for cattle farm inspection & treatment
Fly control usually occurs in commercial accounts like restaurants, but many PMPs are facing new challenges in specialty markets, such...
Address small flies with bio-sanitation
A successful integrated pest management (IPM) program will include sanitation measures that address organic build-up and chronic moisture problems.
Look for original breeding sites of house flies
Since house flies and several other fly species can fly long distances, their original breeding sites can go unnoticed if...
‘Seek out the source’ of outdoor fly infestations
When facing outdoor fly infestations, the SOS Principle — “Seek Out the Source” — becomes crucial.
Keys to controlling flies
When it comes to flies, proper identification and finding the breeding sources are the keys to control.
Know which product to use, where to treat
"Knowing where to treat with which product is something that can and should be learned to give your customers the...
Reduce harborage to treat mosquitoes
The most important strategy for mosquito control is reducing harborage, says Anna Berry, BCE, of Pelsis.
Protect bees, butterflies when applying pesticides
"When applying pesticides, remember what to do: Protect the bees and butterflies, because weeds have flowers, too," Dr. Jamel Sandidge,...
Eliminate standing water to prevent mosquitoes
"Advise customers that the first step in mosquito control is eliminating standing water where possible," says Mel Whitson, of Zoëcon...
3 steps to help PMPs stave off mosquito populations
Matt Remmen, of Envu, shares three steps to help PMPs effectively stave off mosquito populations in their surroundings.
IPM fundamentals for mosquito control
"Although residual barrier treatments are the primary focus of these services, basic integrated pest management (IPM) fundamentals for mosquito control...
4 tips for mosquito inspections
Dr. Chris Keefer, BCE, of Syngenta, shares four tips tips to use when conducting mosquito inspections.
Conduct inspections to prepare for mosquito treatments
"Before initiating any pest control service, conducting an inspection is an important, initial step," says Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of...
Using botanical granule to treat mosquitoes
"To help extend residual control, a botanical granule is a great complement to a spray treatment for a more gradual...