ongoing research

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.

At PestWorld 2027, pest management professionals converge to exchange expertise, gain insights into business dynamics, stay updated on cutting-edge research, and foster enduring relationships within the field. Who Attends? Owners and managers of pest control companies from around the globe.

In this episode live from Pestworld 2025, the team talks about mosquito host-seeking behavior, advances in termite baiting, and stored product pest management techniques. Learn more about the research discussed in this episode here.

In the October 2025 episode, the team covers potential juices for mosquito baits and all things Pharoah ants. Learn more about the research discussed in this episode here.

According to the Professional Pest Management Alliance’s recent AI research, wasps and hornets have seen the highest increases among all online pest conversations.