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December 29, 2021
 
  TOP STORY
 
IMAGE: AMCA

 
AMCA updates best practices IPM manual with Culex information
 
The American Mosquito Control Association's (AMCA's) "Best Practices for Integrated Mosquito Management" manual now includes new information on managing Culex species.
 
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ON THE RECORD
 
Scarlett Nolen

 
Reflecting on the year's industry happenings
 
By Scarlett Nolen

I am often asked whether Truly Nolen will join the acquisition club. My quick answer: I will buy, not sell.
 
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INDUSTRY INTEL
 
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PMPs and pest control companies honored with end-of-2021 awards
 
Take a look at some of the pest industry companies that were honored with awards at the end of 2021, including Aptive Environmental, Bug Busters, Go-Forth Pest Control, Rentokil and Thomas Pest Control.
 
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Brian Mount

 
FMC to host Jan. 14 webinar
 
"Ant Identification and Control" will be presented by FMC Corp. Technical Services Manager Brian Mount, BCE.
 
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IN MEMORIAM: Dr. Edward Osborne Wilson
 
American biologist and naturalist Dr. Edward Osborne "E.O." Wilson died Dec. 26 at the age of 92.
 
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GIVING BACK
 
Graduate Pest Solutions
 
 
Graduate Pest supports two local organizations
 
Graduate Pest Solutions supports two organizations that provide services to children in need, especially during the holiday season.
 
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MOVERS & SHAKERS
 
Victoria Pocius
 
 
Douglas Products hires field scientist
 
Dr. Victoria Pocius joined Douglas Products as a field scientist. She is responsible for supporting the Vikane and ProFume gas fumigant brands.
 
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READER POLL
 
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Reader poll: Industry topics for 2022
 
Please take a minute to answer our latest one-question reader poll: What will be one of the biggest pest control industry topics in 2022, and why?
 
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CURRENT ISSUE
 

Sell with a service — as appropriate

By Pete Schopen
A look at Schopen Pest Solution's goals from 2019, 2020 and 2021 and how they will compare to its upcoming 2022 goals. Read More
     

What EPA’s registration reviews mean to PMPs

By Greg Baumann
Pesticides must be reviewed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency every 15 years. Here's a look at the lengthy registration review process. Read More