In the August 2024, episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team discusses new research on ways fire ants can avoid exposure to pesticide treatments, methods of protecting historic structures from subterranean termites, and carnivorous organisms that eat mosquito larvae. Read more about the research here.

Tune in to hear "Crafty Ants, Tackling Termites, and Mosquito Control with Special Guest Jamie Ogle," on the new BugBytes podcast.

The nerd herd is back with another informative episode: Artificial Sweeteners, Histamines, and Ticks with Special Guest Emily Thomas Kendrick!

One of the most important reasons for pest management is the protection of public health. A number of the pests that we are charged with managing can transmit serious diseases. But do we fully understand how those diseases are transmitted from insect to human? 

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.

This is an example of a contract for mosquito control services