The Alliance is also gifting the programs to NPMA’s Workforce Development Initiative The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing and education arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), last week announced it has released two new versions of its customizable school presentations that bring pest control into K-8 and high school, technical and vocational classrooms. Perfect for virtual career days via Zoom or in-person instruction following school safety guidelines, the updated presentations feature new videos and content to make them more engaging with student audiences. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=669187&issueID=79584 to view the full article online.
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EPISODE 3 – Establishing A Company Culture | Wednesday, March 31, 2021 | 3:00-4:00 PM EDT In this third segment of the Small Business Toolbox Series, hear from culture experts and industry leaders, Megan Thomas of Thomas Pest Services in Albany, New York, and Kyle Varona of Fahey Pest and Lawn in Sarasota, Florida. Learn why culture matters from the first hire, how to quickly identify culture, and how to inexpensively make it part of everyday work life. Click here to register! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=669188&issueID=79584 to view the full article online.
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This information is provided to you as a courtesy from NPMA and does not constitute an official NPMA recommendation, policy or requirement. It is provided solely to help you understand the complex world of emerging vaccination questions.
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Application Deadline: May 1 Presented by NPMA's Leadership Networking Community, the NPMA Gives Award recognizes NPMA member companies that have demonstrated leadership through their dedication and contribution to the good of the community. As part of its mission, the Leadership Networking Community is committed to honoring those companies that have made a real contribution to their community. Such contributions are demonstrated through carrying out and/or participating in community service projects. These projects may be industry related (complimentary pest control for at risk environments, etc.), or non-industry related (walk/run, raising funds for the community, blood drives). The entry must demonstrate the company's consistency over a minimum of a three-year period. The winning company will be featured in the September/October issue of PestWorld magazine and recognized at Academy 2021 in Tucson, AZ. Click here to view judging criteria and to submit your application. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=669186&issueID=79584 to view the full article online.
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Register today for the virtual 2021 Industry Safety Summit on May 6-7. This workshop-style meeting will bring safety experts together with companies of all sizes to talk safety in the pest management industry. Topics covered will include safe driving, pesticide safety, and tips on implementing a safety program in your business.
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Are past due accounts bugging your business? Has the economy put you in the unfortunate position of "bill collector" instead of service provider? As a benefit of membership, NPMA members have access to discounted collection services from A.R.M. Solutions.
A.R.M. Solutions delivers cost effective and diplomatic programs to maximize recovery rates, retain valued customers, and lower the overall cost of collecting on past due accounts. Click here for more information about this member benefit.
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This training series is designed to prepare technicians to hit the ground running in 2021. The fourth webinar Back to Bugs: Flies, Ants, and Spiders takes place on April 23. This webinar will cover topics on small fly problems, uncontrollable ants and nuisance spiders. Sign up for this training and get ready to elevate your business and earn valuable CEU credits! Click here to register and learn more. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/npma-ePestWorld/articles/index.asp?aid=669195&issueID=79584 to view the full article online.
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The Virginia Pest Management Association is hosting two virtual events that qualify for recertification credits in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Washington DC and West Virginia in categories 7A, 7B, 8 and 60 (registered technician). If you need recertification credits before Virginia’s June 30th deadline sign up to attend a Webinar on either April 8th or May 4th.
To register, click on the dates above or for more information click here!
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After one of its worst wildfire seasons and a global pandemic, Australia is now facing its latest end-of-days challenge: a “monumental” plague of mice.
Visit https://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/worst-mice-plague-ever-seen-millions-rodents-descend-eastern-australia-rcna513 to view the full article online.
Visit https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/miami-com-news/article250197025.html to view the full article online.
A new article published March 4 in the Journal of Medical Entomology describes how researchers evaluated whether mosquitoes and biting midges can serve as biological vectors for COVID-19.
Visit https://entomologytoday.org/2021/03/23/study-confirms-mosquitoes-midges-dont-transmit-coronavirus-covid-19/ to view the full article online.
There’s been an explosion in mice and rats in Sacramento, and a new state law could be to blame.
Visit https://sacramento.cbslocal.com/2021/03/29/local-pst-control-rats/ to view the full article online.
Swarms of cicadas, part of a group called Brood X, are expected to appear in 18 states in the next few weeks, just in time to help orchestrate the soundtrack of summer.
Visit https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/28/us/cicada-brood-x.html to view the full article online.
