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APRIL 28, 2021

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Study shows consumer support for pesticide regulations   Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE) announced new public opinion research about specialty pesticide regulation. See what consumers really think about pesticides.   Read More sponsored content ↴       Improve business metrics with BASF products   A few years ago, termite control accounted for about 9 percent of Yankee’s business. Learn how Yankee Pest Control grew by 4 points, thanks to an effective termite program provided by BASF.   Watch Video

ON THE RECORD

Feedback analysis can help business success   By Heather Gooch Feedback from both your customers and employees are benchmarks for your business you should take very seriously.   Read More

INDUSTRY INTEL

PCO M&A Specialists, William Blair note yearly increase for March   Companies measured by the William Blair/PCO M&A Specialists Monthly Index showed an overall increase of 17.3 percent year-over-year in March 2021.   Read More

Online learning opportunities abound   Several virtual education events are coming up for members of the pest control industry. Click on the headlines below for more details on each. → Target Specialty Products plans product showcase webinar → Catchmaster sponsors military series for The Pest Posse → Insects Limited to host SPP webinar sponsored content ↴       Save time and money with pest control software   Time and money — two things we can always use more of. One PMP gained both when they implemented pest control software. It streamlined their business, saved them up to $2,000 per month in paper and office supplies, and eliminated busywork in their daily routine.   Learn More

SenesTech renews Agri-Turf Distributing partnership   SenesTech renewed and expanded its distribution agreement for its rodent fertility control product, ContraPest, with Agri-Turf Distributing.   Read More sponsored content ↴       An insecticide that goes to extremes   From the FMC mosquito experts, Scion® Insecticide with innovative UVX™ Technology is engineered to control the toughest pests and deliver continuous residual control even when faced with high temperatures and intense sunlight. The Scion solution provides 75 days of assured performance — even in the most challenging conditions.   Learn More

Certus expands into Nevada with acquisition   Certus Pest acquired its first company in Nevada with Las Vegas Pest Control. PCO M&A Specialists acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the company.   Read More

ASSOCIATION UPDATES

How to participate in Tick Awareness Week 2021   The inaugural Tick Awareness Week is taking place this year May 10-16. The Professional Pest Management Alliance encourages pest control firms to educate their customers about the risks associated with ticks.   Read More sponsored content ↴       Neogen expands SureKill brand with gel baits; request your sample   Neogen’s launches SureKill Roach and SureKill Ant gel formulations just in time for the spring! Great for clean out and maintenance programs. SureKill gel baits feature 40 grams per syringe, better vertical adhesion on surfaces and a bait that stays palatable for long periods of time.   Learn More

UPFDA hosts 2021 spring conference virtually   The United Producers, Formulators and Distributors Association (UPFDA) hosted its spring conference online this month, with more than 50 members in attendance.   Read More

NYPMA elects 2021-22 officers   The New York Pest Management Association (NYPMA) elected new officers for the 2021-22 term during its annual spring conference.   Read More RELATED: NYPMA launches 2021 training program

GIVING BACK

CSI donates $10K to Project EverGreen   Control Solutions Inc. (CSI) committed $10,000 to Project EverGreen, a non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio.   Read More

MOVER'S & SHAKERS

PMP promotes Gooch to editor-in-chief   North Coast Media has promoted Heather Gooch from editor to editor-in-chief of Pest Management Professional magazine.   Read More

READER POLL

Reader poll: Challenges of mosquito control   This is your last chance to answer our latest one-question poll: What is the most challenging aspect of mosquito control, and how do you overcome it?   Take Poll

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Why IPM complements a HACCP program   By Frank Meek, BCE Learn how the virtues and values of integrated pest management (IPM) help with a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program.   Read More   Getting outside is good for (mosquito) business   By Diane Sofranec The coronavirus pandemic appears to have had a minimal impact on mosquito management revenue for many, because it is performed outdoors.   Read More

UPCOMING WEBINAR

What Your Managers Wish You Knew How to Direct Your Team for Growth   Date: May 13 Sponsored content by: Slingshot Hear from pest control managers in marketing, operations and accounting as they discuss what is needed from your team to most effectively guide your company’s departments for future growth and profitability. Speakers: Farrah Fulps, Director of Business Development, Arrow Exterminators Inc. Evan Unick, VP, Customer Solutions, Aptive Pete Schopen, Owner & Founder, Schopen Pest Solutions Register Now Can’t attend the webinar? Register now and we’ll send you a link to the playback to watch at your convenience.