This week, NPMA met with several Congressional offices regarding the inclusion of state-level pesticide preemption. These offices include Representative Clyde (R-GA-9), Representative Loudermilk (R-GA-11), Representative Rouzer (R-NC-7), Representative Baird (R-IN-4), Representative Don Davis (D-NC-1), Representative Caraveo (D-CO-8), Representative Correa (D-CA-46), Representative Miller-Meeks (R-IA-1), and Representative LaTurner (R-KS-2), as well as Senator Lujan (D-NM). NPMA also attended a fundraising event for the Chair of the Senate Agricultural Committee, Senator Stabenow (D-MI).

Registration is NOW open for the 2024 Legislative Day! Join NPMA in Washington, DC, March 10 - 12 for Legislative Day! This annual event is your opportunity to meet with Legislators and Hill Staff to share the vital role pest management plays in protecting public health, food, and property. Present a united front with your peers from across the country to ensure that pesticide preemption is passed at a federal level so only state-wide agencies, and not localities can regulate the sale and use of pesticides. Your efforts will bring forth the change needed to effectively serve your local customers and communities through the safest and most consistent approach to pest management.

Premiere Sponsor

Prestige Pest Protection of Roy, UT
Scat Pest Control of Kitscoty, AB
Viking Pest Management, Inc. of St. John’s, NL

NPMA is committed to ensuring participation and involvement that represents all industry stakeholders. Get involved in your industry association and contribute to the strategic leadership and decision-making process of NPMA. Committee applications close on March 31, 2024.

The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing arm of NPMA, unveiled a new look for its popular consumer website, PestWorld.org. The redesign includes a fresh look for all pages, including the homepage, Pest Guides, and Find a Pro locator tool. These modern designs and the reorganization of content found throughout the website are intended to improve the user experience for consumers. The site also includes new pest photography and an updated logo to match the modern design.  

To further assist consumers looking for information about pests, a Pest Identifier Tool will also be added to the site. Using a short series of questions, the tool will help a consumer narrow down which pest is suspected in their home. The Pest Identifier Tool is expected to launch in Spring 2024.

To learn more about PPMA and its consumer programming, contact Jim Fredericks jfredericks@pestworld.org. 

We work to fit your schedule. From business development to technical education, the NPMA Online Learning Center delivers exclusive access to credit-approved training. Explore our online training resources now!

Trade professions are in dire need of skilled workers. When individual companies are unable to grow, the industry is unable to grow, and so it is our collective responsibility to convey the opportunities for advancement and earning potential that exists within the pest control industry. NPMA member pest control companies located in the United States and Canada are encouraged to post their current openings on our job board at Careers.PestControlJobs.com.

QualityPro sets the standards of excellence for professional pest management companies and their employees through education, training, and certification, providing consumers protection and confidence when selecting a nationally accredited company. Earn your credentials and become QualityPro accredited!

Early-bird registration rates for the Eastern Conference end this Friday!  Take advantage of the lowest pricing available and participate in this exciting program featuring a robust exhibit hall with over 40 suppliers, an extensive education program where you can earn CEUS, and the chance to network with industry peers from your region.

At the Wildlife Expo, learn how canines can be effective in your business at this featured session: 

Introducing Terriers to WCOs
Andrew Stadnik, AJS Wildlife Solutions
Wednesday, February 7

Terriers were originally bred as vermin control on farms but today they serve useful in many other applications. Locating, capturing, retrieving, population control, and immediate removal of problem wildlife can take much longer by other means. Andrew Stadnik will touch on a variety of topics that include history, breeds, appropriate applications, conditioning, training, resources, and more.

Set against the backdrop of Miami, FL, the Global Public Health and Food Safety Summit is a paramount gathering of industry pioneers, thought leaders, and professionals committed to safeguarding food safety and public health. This year's summit promises an enriching experience, bringing together minds dedicated to addressing the evolving challenges in pest management. Immerse yourself in a dynamic program that blends cutting-edge research, strategic insights, and collaborative discussions.

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