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Effectively repel mosquitoes with combination of tactics and products

The most effective way to eliminate and repel mosquitoes is to use a combination of tactics and products.

May 2025 Pest Index below the long-term average index growth rate

The total U.S. William Blair/PCO M&A Specialists Pest Index increased 6 percent year-over-year in May 2025, down from 10 percent...

Stinging insect management strategies

Effective control of stinging insects requires expertise, caution and detailed knowledge of their nesting behaviors. Aerial Social Wasps For aerial...

Many stinging insects are potential health threats to people and animals, and can cause structural damage to property.

Biology and behavior of stinging insect pests

Social wasps, including paper wasps (Polistes spp.), yellowjackets (Vespidae) and bald-faced hornets (Dolichovespula maculata), play vital ecological roles as pollinators...

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Identification of Common Wasps

Social Wasps Yellowjackets (Vespula spp. and Dolichovespula spp.) Bald-faced hornets (Dolichovespula maculata) Paper wasps (Polistes spp.) Solitary Wasps Wasps /...

Effective ways to recognize employees who do outstanding work

We asked columnists and editorial advisory board members of Pest Management Professional about some effective ways to recognize employees who do outstanding...

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Control Solutions Inc.: Tekko Trio Products

Whether you're addressing an active infestation or preventing future outbreaks, these IGR-based solutions can offer consistent, reliable results.

Liphatech: FirstStrike

FirstStrike soft bait is ideal for rodent cleanouts as well as for lingering rodents, tough infestations and even everyday use.

Making a difference: There were 88 total recipients of the NPMA’s Impact Awards, sponsored by FieldRoutes. The awards honor and celebrate exceptional women at all levels within the pest management industry, in any role, including management, technical/service, sales or office staff. PHOTO: ENVU

NPMA’s Women’s Forum strengthens member bonds

The National Pest Management Association's (NPMA's) Women’s Forum celebrates the contributions of women across the professional pest control industry.

Knowing how pesticides impact the target is key to understanding mosquito treatments

Adding a true repellent to your mosquito treatment or widening the coverage zone farther away from the structure can significantly...

New York City unveils next phase of ‘War on Rats’

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and members of the Adams Administration have revealed the creation of new, specialized teams...

PMP Growth Summit Application 2026

Applications for the 2026 PMP Growth Summit are now open!

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5 ways monitoring devices can improve your rodent control program

This technology equips pest management professionals with insights that allow them to anticipate and address issues before they escalate. However,...

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Technicide: Summer Savings Bundle

It includes Technicide’s Exacticide Duster, Telescopic Extension Pole, Webster Duster Applicator and Bee Kit.

PMPs invited to share cockroach control expertise

If you’re a pest management professional (PMP) who successfully offers cockroach management services, you’re invited to take Pest Management Professional’s...