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Most Wanted: Phorid Fly

Phorids (Megasellia scalaris) fly from fermenting filth, frequently fouling food and inflicting infections. Aliases: Coffin fly, Humpbacked fly, Scuttle fly Description:...

HOSPECO: ProWorks nitrile gloves

ProWorks nitrile disposable gloves are available in a variety of weights, colors and lengths, and are ideal for reliable barrier...

Honey Bees Give New Meaning to the Term Drug Sting

Drug sniffing dogs may be a thing of the past as honey bees take on the task of finding illicit...

ESA announces May-June 2015 certifications

The Entomological Society of America (ESA) Certification Corp. offers two certification programs, the Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) and the Board Certified Entomologist (BCE). For late...

Orkin adds Beijing franchise

Through its wholly owned subsidiary Orkin, Rollins Inc. has expanded its presence in China with the addition of a new...

Bird-B-Gone: Bird Hazer

The new Bird Hazer system efficiently deploys a fine vapor of EcoBird 4.0. This indoor/outdoor bird repellent is made with...

As an Industry, Let’s Thank a Vet

So many qualities of the military, especially discipline, following protocols and problem-solving, dovetail perfectly with the requirements of being a...

It Doesn’t Have to Be Us vs. Them

Pollinator health is still making headlines, and the mainstream media continue to struggle with their handling of the topic with...

Raccoon Caught Drinking on the Job

If you thought dealing with raccoons getting into your trash was frustrating, try dealing with a raccoon getting into your...

Batzner earns local honors for fifth time

Since 2010, Batzner Pest Control has experienced a few changes, including expansion into new markets and rapid growth as the company...

Conducive Conditions: The Treetop Superhighway

In North America, we usually soften the architectural lines of our homes and buildings with landscape plants and shrubs. Rarely...

Tips & Tricks: Control Stinging Insects by Killing the Queen

When the queen dies, the colony dies. When using aerosol treatments, spray the nest to immobilize individual workers as much...

Anstar Products: Fieldwork enhancements

Anstar Products recently added two features to its Fieldwork pest management software. Users now have the capability to keep photo...

5 tips for ant control

1. Identification is key. Different species require different treatment approaches. Knowing the characteristics of each ant species will help you...

NPMA co-brands PestWorld track with BedBug Central

At PestWorld 2015 in Nashville in October, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and BedBug Central will unveil a co-branded...