NPMA has released a consumer alert designed to help pest management businesses communicate how alterations to a structure could potential impact likelihood for termite infestation or negatively affect a termite warranty. This two page document explains how even alterations that are intended to enhance the value of a home could put it at risk for termite infestation and warns consumers to consult with a pest management firm before undertaking extensive landscape alterations, crawlspace renovations or spray foam insulation. To view and download the bulletin, click here.
The January/February 2018 issue of PestWorld, NPMA's bi-monthly magazine, is now available! This issue focuses on Legislative Issues, and includes features on: • Farm Bill 101 Other articles cover safety, updating your website, health insurance, and more. Also, check out our PestWorld magazine website, where you'll find current and archived articles, as well as exclusive online-only content! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478536&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
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The NPMA office will close at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 22 and reopen at Noon on Tuesday, December 26. We wish you and your families a warm and happy holiday! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478569&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
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In September, Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. Three months later, much of the island is still without power and the needs are great. In an effort to spread holiday cheer, the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) has raised $1,000 for the families of NPMA member companies in Puerto Rico! Thank you to all who donated and for being a part of the caring community that is NPMA. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478531&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
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Carpenter Bee
As a membership benefit, NPMA has developed a gallery of
pest images at My.NPMAPestWorld.org for use by NPMA members.
Focused on providing small and mid-sized employers with benefit options previously only made available to larger employers, the NPMA Health Insurance Exchange offers cost effective benefit solutions that make sense in today’s unpredictable marketplace. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478517&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
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Register by January 5 to SAVE $50
Join us January 30 - February 1 in New Orleans for the largest tradeshow dedicated to wildlife and nuisance bird management! The 2018 Wildlife Expo, hosted by NPMA and the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA), also provides professional training and certification for those involved in wildlife management. Click here for more details and registration.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478513&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
On March 18-20, hundreds of pest management professionals will climb Capitol Hill in Washington, DC to meet with their members of Congress – providing opportunities to promote the pest management industry and advocate for issues important to us.
Make your plans to attend today and click here for pre-registration details.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478514&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
Univar Environmental Sciences, a business unit of Univar USA Inc., announces that Nathan “Nate” Tamialis has been promoted to the position of Director of the Western Region.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478532&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
At its quarterly meeting in Brussels on 13 December 2017, CEPA (Confederation of European Pest Management Associations) confirmed the appointment of the consultancy Darwin Associates to take charge of running the CEPA secretariat in Brussels as of 1 January 2018.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=478533&issueID=55565 to view the full article online.
Time
Scientists say babies born with Zika-related microcephaly experience health complications, including seizures, motor impairments and hearing problems.
Visit http://time.com/5064987/scientists-are-only-just-learning-the-terrifying-longterm-toll-for-babies-with-zika/ to view the full article online.
The Guardian
Scientists have identified 2 million species of living things. No one knows how many more are out there, and tens of thousands may be vanishing before we have even had a chance to encounter them.
Visit https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/dec/14/a-different-dimension-of-loss-great-insect-die-off-sixth-extinction to view the full article online.
CBS Pittsburgh
Entomologists from Penn State have developed a revolutionary bed bug prevention concoction.
Visit http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2017/11/20/new-bed-bug-prevention-method/ to view the full article online.
WTOP
DC is addressing a growing rodent problem by using dry ice as the District’s newest weapon in the city’s war on rats.
Visit https://wtop.com/dc/2017/12/dc-unveils-newest-weapon-war-rats/slide/1/ to view the full article online.
WKRN
Florida wildlife managers are increasing efforts to control the state’s booming population of iguanas.
Visit http://wkrn.com/2017/12/16/florida-moves-to-control-booming-invasive-iguanas/ to view the full article online.
