ongoing research

Recent research reveals a compelling business case for sustainable pest management practices, with 88% of consumers demonstrating increased loyalty to businesses that embrace environmental causes.

In the February 2026 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the crew sheds new light on tick-borne disease transmission, microwaving pests, and new data on what skin emissions make us more or less attractive to malaria-transmitting mosquitoes. Learn more about the research discussed in this episode here..

The Pest Management Foundation seeks to fund applied research that addresses real-world challenges facing the pest management industry. This funding opportunity reflects the Foundation's ongoing commitment to advancing the pest management industry through meaningful scientific research that directly benefits industry professionals and the communities they serve.

In the January 2026 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team talks about avian influenza spread, cockroach responses to essential oils, and bed bug response to heat and humidity. Learn more about the research discussed in this episode here.

PestWorld is the largest gathering of pest management professionals held each year. Attendance averages 4,000-4,500, with approximately 500 from outside the US, and features an exhibit hall of about 200-250 exhibiting companies.