TROY, Mich. – Rose Pest Solutions announced that Joe Flood, Cleveland district manager, has earned the prestigious Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) title. Flood has worked with Rose Pest Solutions since 2007 and was promoted to his current position of district manager in 2018. According to the Entomological Society of America (ESA), there are only 30 … Read more
The company told Pest that its figures were “based on population and weighted against our own work”. Jenny Rathbone from pest control business Pest.co.uk, said: “They say you are only ever 6ft away from a rat – and in typical 2020 fashion it’s now more likely than ever this year.” Rats have enjoyed a bumper year, … Read more
Stockholm, Sweden-based Anticimex has entered the Arizona market with the acquisition of Northwest Exterminating, Tucson, Ariz. Terms were not disclosed, but LR Tullius represented and acted as exclusive financial advisor to Northwest Exterminating on the transaction. Founded in 1990, Northwest was acquired by Chad Berg in 1999, who started at the company in 1992 and … Read more
PHILADELPHIA – FMC Professional Solutions announced winners of the FMC True Champions Trivia Challenge, hosted at the first virtual PestWorld. Winners showcased their knowledge of urban pest management, FMC products, and popular culture. They will receive prizes including Cabela’s gift cards and upgraded True Champions Rewards program status. Winners included: • David Moor of Dodson … Read more
Wildlife policy in Bradford on Avon clarified after criticism – Pest A council, ridiculed after its newly announced wildlife policy was announced, has said the intent of the declaration had been blown out of all proportion. Pest controllers claimed Bradford on Avon could be overrun if they weren’t allowed to use methods including traps and … Read more
At the first-ever virtual version of PestWorld, a recorded message from National Pest Management Association (NPMA) CEO Dominique Stumpf, CMP, CAE, welcomed attendees during the event’s opening ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The 87th annual event, which originally was scheduled to take place in Nashville, Tenn., was held online Oct. 13-15 because of the coronavirus … Read more
PHILADELPHIA – FMC Professional Solutions announced winners of the FMC True Champions Trivia Challenge, hosted at the first virtual PestWorld. Winners showcased their knowledge of urban pest management, FMC products, and popular culture. They will receive prizes including Cabela’s gift cards and upgraded True Champions Rewards program status. Winners included: • David Moor of Dodson … Read more
Karen Dawes, training development manager at the BPCA, said: “BPCA’s accreditation helps verify your experience as an advanced technician with an industry recognised award. You’ll need at least two years’ experience working in pest management and a solid understanding of professional practice.” This assessment is taken entirely online using BPCA’s online learning platform and a … Read more
Jeff King In the United States, approximately 72 percent of adults use YouTube. So, if you have not yet created a video about your company and/or the services it offers, check out our Dec. 10 webinar, Reach your Target Audience: How to create a video and marketing strategy. Jeff King, president of The Pest Rangers … Read more
(Pictured, top row, left to right): Kristen Hadeed; a panel featuring Marillian Missiti, Stacey O’Reilly, Judy Dold and Emily Thomas Kendrick. Bottom row, left to right: Ildem Bozkurt and Dominique Stumpf; and PCT Editor-in-Chief Jodi Dorsch). Editor’s note: The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) held its Leadership Forum virtually last week. More than 160 … Read more
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has extended the Global Bed Bug Summit early-bird registration rates to Friday, Nov. 20. As Pest Management Professional has previously reported, the event will take place on a virtual platform Dec. 2-3, and will highlight bed bug research and education as presented by several industry thought leaders — including … Read more
(Pictured, top row, left to right): Kristen Hadeed; a panel featuring Marillian Missiti, Stacey O’Reilly, Judy Dold and Emily Thomas Kendrick. Bottom row, left to right: Ildem Bozkurt and Dominique Stumpf; and PCT Editor-in-Chief Jodi Dorsch). Editor’s note: The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) held its Leadership Forum virtually last week. More than 160 … Read more
Are your technicians just telling you cookies work, so they have something to snack on during their routes?PHOTO: KOBEZA/ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS/GETTY IMAGES During the month of October, we asked Pest Management Professional (PMP) magazine readers to share the most unusual rodent attractant they’ve tried to use. We received responses throughout our social media … Read more
(Pictured, top row, left to right): Kristen Hadeed; a panel featuring Marillian Missiti, Stacey O’Reilly, Judy Dold and Emily Thomas Kendrick. Bottom row, left to right: Ildem Bozkurt and Dominique Stumpf; and PCT Editor-in-Chief Jodi Dorsch). Editor’s note: The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) held its Leadership Forum virtually last week. More than 160 … Read more
LOGO: AMERICAN PEST CONTROL Headquartered in Athens, Ga., American Pest Control is planning to celebrate its 50-year milestone with a year-long celebration. On Nov. 15, the company’s 49th anniversary, it launched a new campaign called Operation 50/50. The community- and customer-oriented campaign will extend throughout the entire year, culminating in a celebration of the company’s 50th … Read more
(Pictured, top row, left to right): Kristen Hadeed; a panel featuring Marillian Missiti, Stacey O’Reilly, Judy Dold and Emily Thomas Kendrick. Bottom row, left to right: Ildem Bozkurt and Dominique Stumpf; and PCT Editor-in-Chief Jodi Dorsch). Editor’s note: The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) held its Leadership Forum virtually last week. More than 160 … Read more
Health and safety spot checks and inspections during COVID-19 – Pest The Health and Safety Executive said it is carrying out spot checks and inspections on all types of businesses in all areas to ensure they are COVID-secure. The organisation said it is making calls so it can give expert advice on how to manage … Read more
From left are Stuart Aust; Plunkett’s Scott Steckel and Stacy O’Reilly; Doctor Dead Bug’s Sam and Melanie Servick; Dan Aust and Chris Aust. PHOTO: THE AUST GROUP Ellwood City, Pa.-based Doctor Dead Bug has been acquired by Plunkett’s Pest Control, Fridley, Minn. The Aust Group, Upper Saddle River, N.J., represented Doctor Dead Bug as the … Read more
(Photo: Native to desert habitats in Southern California, the diabolical ironclad beetle has an exoskeleton that’s one of the toughest, most crush-resistant structures known to exist in the animal kingdom. UCI researchers led a project to study the components and architectures responsible for making the creature so indestructible. Jesus Rivera / UCI) IRVINE, Calif. – … Read more
Evidence of a surge in rodent activity during the previous lockdown, combined with the likelihood of colder weather driving rats and mice indoors could prompt a further surge in pest problems, the Association has warned. During the UK-wide COVID-19 lockdown in the spring, BPCA members reported a 51% hike in rodent activity. In October, 78% … Read more