These “contributors” make some mistakes and might occasionally complain, but they are the backbone of a business. <p>The post Whether hero or contributor, every role matters first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opened a public comment docket for its Draft Insecticide Strategy to Reduce Exposures of Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species and Designated Critical Habitats from the Use of Conventional Agricultural Insecticides. <p>The post EPA insecticide strategy draft open for public comment first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

Managing earwig infestations requires prioritizing monitoring, identification and elimination of key hiding spots and entryways. <p>The post Understanding and managing earwigs first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

leas are nuisance pests that pose health risks. They can build up large populations. This can pose problems, and your knowledge of flea biology can help eliminate infestations. <p>The post Use flea biology to eliminate infestations first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members to offer up their favorite tip for technicians taking training. Here are some of the experts’ responses from our July 2024 print edition. <p>The post 8 technician training tips from experts first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

The next installment of EcoVenger's Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Virtual Academy program, "Residential Ant Control Workshop," is set for Aug. 13 at 3 p.m. Eastern.  <p>The post Upcoming webinar from EcoVenger will tackle residential ant control first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

University of Massachusetts study identifies a different way of warding off ticks: by creating a chemical “force field.” <p>The post Study: New way of warding off ticks first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

For any growing business, identifying issues quickly is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement. It helps to ensure operational efficiency, maintain customer satisfaction and ultimately, secure long-term success. <p>The post Fix small issues before they spread first appeared on Pest Management Professional.</p> ..read more

Kolbin Bertilson, ACE, was recently promoted to district manager. PHOTO: SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS Sprague Pest Solutions promoted Kolbin Bertilson, ACE to district manager. In his new role, Bertilson will guide the advancement of the Colorado and Arizona markets. With this promotion, he becomes the fourth district manager at Sprague. The move also reflects the company’s goal of developing leaders internally. (Earlier this year the company promoted Lindsey Marker to district manager). “Kolbin has over a decade of experience leading the Denver team,” said Lance Gray, ACE Frontier regional manage ..read more

Christy Jones, BCE MGK Fleas and ticks are blood feeders. They have the potential to spread diseases to the animals they feed on, putting your customers and their pets in danger of getting sick. Fortunately, with a little help from your customers, fleas and ticks can be relatively easy to prevent and treat. In addition to treating their yard with an insecticide that provides a quick kill and residual protection of current and further flea and tick infestations, share the following three directives with your residential customers: 1. Treat and maintain the yard. Explain that by mowing the yar ..read more