Bed Bug Prevention Tips
New on BugBytes: Alpha-gal Updates, Bed Bug Research, and Stable Fly Insights
Check out the latest BugBytes episode, "Updated Alpha-Gal Data, Bed Bug Repellents, and Stable Fly Attraction with Guest Jay Swan."
Bed Bug Awareness Week Arrives Just in Time for Peak Summer Travel Season
The Professional Pest Management Alliance urges pest control professionals to participate in its nationwide education campaign.
Nebraska: NPMA Coordinates with Other Associations on LB 846
Nebraska: NPMA SPAR Testifies in Support of LB 846
Non-Chemical Bed Bug Management
Bed bugs are difficult pests requiring labor-intensive management. Research evaluated non-chemical control strategies in New Jersey apartments with histories of infestation. Non-chemical methods alone eliminated bed bugs in 36% of units, while adding silica dust increased effectiveness to 40%. Successful management relies on effective client communication and cooperation.
Bed Bug Fumigation, Spider Moms, and Fire Ant Viruses
In the August 2025 episode, the team discusses new research on bed bug fumigation options, why spider moms are the awesome, and how viruses infecting fire ants may impact colony collapse disorder. Read more about the research discussed on the episode here.
