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MARCH 10, 2021

TOP STORY

ESA publishes collection of spotted lanternfly research   Journals from the Entomological Society of America (ESA) published a collection of papers and research on the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula, also known as SLF).   Read More

ON THE RECORD

Employee benefits are a mix of practical, personal options   By Dennis Jenkins The president of ABC Home & Commercial Services, Dallas, Texas, and co-author of Pest Management Professional's "The ABCs of Growth" column, shares the employee benefits his company offers in this web exclusive.   Read More sponsored content ↴       Mosquito control with unmatched durability   From the FMC mosquito experts, next-generation Scion® Insecticide with innovative UVX™ Technology is engineered to deliver continuous residual control over long service intervals under the harshest environmental conditions, high temperatures and intense sunlight. The Scion® solution provides proven mosquito control resulting in time and money savings.   Learn More

INDUSTRY INTEL

Target Specialty Products webinar to debunk crawlspace myths   Target Specialty Products will hold a 1-hour webinar in partnership with Santa Fe Dehumidifiers on Thursday, March 18, titled “Crawlspace Myths Debunked.”   Read More

Weed Man launches Mosquito Hero   Weed Man — a franchise network of lawn care businesses — expanded its latest mosquito control service offering as its own sub-brand, Mosquito Hero.   Read More

Mosquito Squad expands to California   Mosquito Squad expanded into California with a new location in Roseville, which will be owned and operated by Rusty and Kimberly Cowan.   Read More   sponsored content ↴       When every dollar counts, UPG helps you save   We connect eligible pest control companies to big discounts on the most-used business products and services. Simply join the 55,000+ other smart businesses already saving money on Verizon phone lines, office supplies, payroll services and more.   Join Now for Free

ASSOCIATION UPDATE

PWIPM of NE bestows Women of Excellence award   Professional Women in Pest Management of New England named Courtney Carace, ACE, the recipient of its Second Annual Women of Excellence Award.   Read More

GIVING BACK

B&G donates equipment to University of Kentucky   Jackson, Ga.-based B&G Equipment Co., a Pelsis Group brand, donated a comprehensive suite of pest control equipment to the University of Kentucky's Department of Entomology.   Read More

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Insects Limited hires first account manager   Insects Limited, based in Westfield, Ind., hired Colleen O’Rourke as an account manager. This is a newly created position at the company.   Read More RELATED: Insects Limited names new headquarters shipping manager   Massey Services promotes 3 team members   Massey Services promoted Darlene Williams to the role of regional VP. The company also announced two operational changes in its Florida markets.   Read More

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USFS: Testing continues on 2 termiticide candidates   The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) 2020 Termiticide Report was released with details about testing continuing on two termiticide candidates.   Read More   Delegate, and only hold meetings that matter   Pete Schopen talks about the importance of learning to delegate. He also shares an overview of important meetings held at Schopen Pest Solutions.   Read More

UPCOMING WEBINAR

Labels: Beyond the Basics No April Foolin’ – This webinar will give you a new perspective on labels   Date: April 1 Brought to you by: Control Solutions Inc. As a pest management professional, you know the “label is the law” when it comes to pesticides, but how familiar are you with the intricacies of labels and label language? On April 1, let CSI’s Dr. Janis Reed, BCE, help you take your knowledge beyond the basics and to the next level so that you can distinguish among label language nuances — and ultimately make your team better at understanding labels. Speaker: Dr. Janis Reed, BCE, technical services manager, Control Solutions Inc.   Register Now Can’t attend the webinar? Register now and we’ll send you a link to the playback to watch at your convenience.