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DECEMBER 30, 2020

TOP STORY

NPMA plans virtual format for Legislative Day 2021   For its Legislative Day event taking place March 16-17, 2021, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) will set up two virtual Senate visits and one virtual House visit for each attendee.   Read More

ON THE RECORD

Coronavirus pandemic dominates PMP's coverage in 2020   By Diane Sofranec Pest Management Professional's (PMP's) editorial team covered the coronavirus pandemic early on. Check out the dedicated page on PMP's website devoted to the latest COVID-19-related developments as we continue to keep pest management professionals informed.   Read More sponsored content ↴       Tekko Trio, the first-ever, triple-action IGR   Watch this video to learn how you can use Tekko Trio to control flies and other pests in commercial kitchens. Tekko Trio is the first-ever triple-action insect growth regulator (IGR) that combines novaluron, pyriproxyfen and hydroprene to stop the next generation of pests for up to 180 days. Tekko Trio works by disrupting the life cycle of listed pests, stopping normal development, and inhibiting egg production. This means the population can’t grow and can’t breed.   Watch Video

INDUSTRY INTEL

Plunkett’s acquires Johnstown Pest Control   Fridley, Minn.-based Plunkett’s Pest Control acquired Johnstown Pest Control, based in Johnstown, Pa. The Potomac Co. served as the exclusive financial advisor for Johnstown Pest Control.   Read More

Inc. names Neighborly to 'Best in Business' list   Neighborly, the Waco, Texas-based franchisor of Mosquito Joe and other home service brands, was named to Inc.’s inaugural Best in Business list in the Enduring Impact category.   Read More   Brezden Pest Control marks 40 years in business   John and Maria Brezden started Brezden Pest Control out of their garage in Cayucos, Calif., in 1980. The company is celebrating 40 years in business.   Read More

MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT SURVEY

Take our mosquito management survey to share your expertise   We value your insight and input, so please take a moment to answer our 2021 mosquito management survey. Click the survey link below now for a chance at one of two $25 VISA gift cards or a $50 VISA gift card. We look forward to learning more about your mosquito control experiences from the past year.   Take Survey

GIVING BACK

Massey donates over 100K through 'Tis the Season program   Orlando, Fla.-based Massey Services donated more than $100,000 worth of gifts through its company-wide holiday giving initiative, 'Tis the Season.   Read More

PMP HALL OF FAME SPOTLIGHT

Harvey Massey, Class of 2008   Over a 56-year-and-counting industry career, Harvey Massey has made it his life's mission to give nothing but his best to his family, his community, his employees and his customers.   Read More

READER POLL

Reader poll: 2021 business resolutions   This is your last chance to answer our latest one-question poll: What is your No. 1 business resolution for the new year?   Take Poll

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Fine-tune your budget for 2021   By Dan Gordon, CPA Budgeting is a financial plan for the future. Know where you want to go in your business in terms of growth, profitability and timeframe for 2021.   Read More   2021 could be the start of something big   By Dr. Jim Fredericks Consider these three resolutions that can be adapted for your circumstances; perhaps one will strike a chord with you for 2021.   Read More