Mosquito product innovations: Lead the way in public health

Desiree Straubinger, BCE, CP-FS

BASF, Technical Services Representative

Despite species differences, mosquitoes share the need for bloodmeals, putting people in their path. Effective control requires an integrated pest management (IPM) approach combining source reduction, larval control, adulticide applications, and community education. Professional-grade insecticides remain vital when populations pose disease risks.

One solution is Fendona CS controlled-release insecticide. Powered by alpha-cypermethrin and advanced microencapsulation, it provides up to 90 days of residual control. This technology protects the active ingredient from environmental degradation, delivering performance even in challenging conditions. Targeting shaded harborage areas like under decks creates a protective perimeter.

Ed Dolshun

Catchmaster Pro, VP of Business Development

Our commitment to scientifically backed management is led by the Ovi-Catch AGO Mosquito Trap. Pioneered by the CDC, this design disrupts the breeding cycle without pesticides by capturing gravid females before they deposit eggs. This provides a proactive defense safe for sensitive environments.

We expanded the “Ovi-line” with the Ovi-Planter and Oasis Ovi Mini, proving professional control can be aesthetically pleasing. We are also developing an improved mosquito bait to stay ahead of evolving behaviors through rigorous R&D. Weather patterns will impact hotspots, and sustainability will become the industry standard.

Dr. Laetitia Leroy

Clarke, Director of Research, Development and Engineering

PMPs can right-size treatments using larvicides for both temporary and persistent sites. “Multi-brood” sites, like stormwater systems, are best treated with residual larvicides like Natular, featuring Qalcova brand Spinosad, which provides up to 60 days of control.

“Single-brood” sites, such as low-lying turf, are best treated with AquaBac, featuring Bti. This naturally occurring soil bacterium specifically targets larvae. Both Natular and AquaBac product lines feature formulations listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic areas.

Heather Patterson

Control Solutions, Inc., Technical Service Manager

To help PMPs stay competitive, CSI introduced Vector Kleer, its first 25(b) EPA-exempt product. This botanical formulation delivers knockdown and repellency with low use rates. It is designed for outdoor premises and misting systems, offering versatility across service models.

Projections suggest a warm 2026, setting the stage for increased mosquito pressure. Vector Kleer is tank-mix compatible with CSI’s Tekko Pro and Pivot 10 IGRs. Incorporating an IGR alongside an adulticide strengthens the program and improves long-term results against expanding species like the yellow fever mosquito.

Shawn Mullen

Envu, Mosquito Management and Specialty Business Manager

Many programs rely on one product applied the same way all season, but mosquitoes adapt to weather. High moisture, intense heat, and seasonal shifts influence activity levels. Delivering consistent control becomes harder as weather patterns grow less predictable.

An effective strategy starts with matching the product to the weather. In high moisture, Suspend PolyZone provides a polymer-enhanced barrier. In high-heat, Scion with UVX Technology maintains a residual against UV degradation. For typical conditions, Talstar P Professional remains a reliable solution for immediate knockdown.

Christy Jones, BCE

MGK, Technical Data Support Specialist

OneGuard is an all-in-one resource that knocks down various species while providing long-lasting residual control. It contains a microcapped adulticide, a synergist to fight resistance, and an IGR to prevent immature development. This removes the need for technicians to tank mix two or three products.

In the future, data will be used to predict population peaks and optimum treatment times. PMPs will use enhanced ecological maps to find habitats and customize treatments. Mosquito control will increasingly focus on treating both adult and larval stages, potentially utilizing drones for hard-to-reach areas.

Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE

Neogen, Business Unit Specialist

SureKill Evolve SC was engineered to support a full spectrum of management strategies with a single suspension concentrate. It is designed for perimeter applications, vegetation treatments, and structural surface treatments. It can also be diluted for fogging to penetrate dense vegetation.

The formulation uses deltamethrin in a microcrystal suspension designed to adhere to treated surfaces. This supports residual control for up to 90 days under favorable conditions. This extended performance is intended to reduce retreatment frequency and improve labor efficiency during peak pressure.

John Singletary, ACE

Nisus, Regional Manager

Zone Out Mosquito and Flea is a 25(b) adulticide botanical formulation with multiple essential oil combinations. It provides 100 percent knockdown within 10 seconds and 100 percent kill within 60 minutes. Its low viscosity ensures it mixes easily with slight agitation.

Sustainability is becoming an expectation. Zone Out is labeled for plants, lawns, and even boat docks, requiring no aquatic setback. Sustainable products help reduce callbacks, which is critical because, as the industry expands, “callbacks are where profits go to die.”

Dr. Cisse Spragins

Rockwell Labs, Founder and CEO

Well-formulated botanical pesticides provide fast knockdown and strong repellency. Because they contain multiple active ingredients in each naturally sourced oil, they are serious “resistance busters.” EcoVia MT is a go-to choice for green mosquito barrier treatments and tick control.

Rockwell introduced Eco Extend, a bio-based spreader-sticker, to extend the residual of botanical sprays and reduce UV degradation by 31 percent. Other formulations, like EcoVia G granules, are ideal for spot treatments in damp areas where mosquitoes breed.

Lisa Eppler

Syngenta, Technical Services Manager

Syngenta invests more than $1 billion annually in R&D, leading to offerings like the SecureChoice Mosquito Assurance Program. Following these tested protocols allows PMPs to significantly reduce populations using either 30- or 60-day treatment cycles.

Syngenta has been at the forefront of the fight against malaria globally. More recently, Sovrenta 15WP received WHO prequalification. As invasive species like the Asian tiger mosquito spread, their aggressive daytime biting behavior underscores the need for proactive management strategies.

Michael Hovis

VM Products, Chief Quality Director

Effective control demands a disciplined strategy that interrupts the breeding cycle before adults emerge. The MosquitoCon Water-Holding Receptacle creates a consistent habitat for larvicide treatments, with testing showing an entry rate exceeding 90 percent for yellow fever mosquitoes.

Warmer temperatures are extending seasons, but PMPs must also watch adaptive behaviors. Species like Aedes aegypti can overwinter in subterranean environments. Management strategies must address not only surface habitats but also deep urban systems like underground infrastructure.

Mel Whitson

Zoëcon, Director of Sales and Marketing, Pest Control

Effective control requires more than adulticides; it demands intentional application. Precor Outdoor F-T-M combines (S)-methoprene with tau-fluvalinate. This mimics natural hormones to prevent larvae from maturing into biting adults, disrupting the life cycle at the source.

As mosquitoes thrive in various conditions, tracking resistance patterns is difficult. Because of this, larvicides will continue to be the cornerstone for successful programs. Precor Outdoor F-T-M provides a controlled release of active ingredients to help PMPs tackle these challenges with confidence.