proactive wood and moisture control

This one-hour course will go over the biology and behavior of stored product pests, as well as relevant species and management strategies. Price: $20/$40

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.

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.

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.

This study investigates the impact of pyrethroid-based Thermacell mosquito repellents on honey bee foraging behavior. The results indicate no significant difference in foraging metrics between treated and control feeders, suggesting these devices do not negatively affect honey bees.