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The Pinnacle Award, NPMA's most coveted and prestigious accolade, honors an individual who has contributed not only to the success of the association but to the industry as a whole over a lifetime or career.

NPMA's Women of Excellence Award recognizes women who advance the pest management industry every day, in every way.

The NPMA Excellence in Sustainability Award recognizes pest management companies that demonstrate exceptional commitment to sustainable business practices and environmental stewardship within the pest control industry.

2024 marks a significant year for periodical cicadas, with both 13-year (Brood XIX) and 17-year (Brood XIII) broods emerging across Illinois and the Midwest. While they may cause temporary annoyance, cicadas are harmless to trees and humans, providing an essential food source for predators and presenting a unique opportunity for pest control professionals to engage with customers.

A study published in Pest Management Science explores the use of rodenticide bait stations by commensal rodents at the urban-wildland interface. Funded by the Pest Management Foundation, the research indicates that native rodents rarely access bait stations, primarily used by roof rats. Management recommendations are provided to minimize non-target exposures while controlling pest populations.

Eastern Subterranean termites, significant pests in North America, exhibit behaviors to manage dead nestmates, crucial for colony health. They utilize cannibalism and burial to recycle nutrients and prevent disease. Research shows workers respond to chemical cues upon death, indicating the importance of understanding these behaviors for potential pest control strategies.