FREDERICKSBURG, Va. The early days of the pandemic had a number of ramifications for the pest control industry in 2020, with one of the most notable being the cancellation of the UPFDA Spring Conference, an annual event attended by the industry’s product manufacturers, formulators and distributors.
Entering the second year of the pandemic, with conference and trade show activity still in the early stages of recovery, much like the overall economy, the UPFDA board of directors decided to hold this year’s event virtually rather than return to an in-person event. Results were positive.
In kicking off the half-day meeting, UPFDA President Thomas Forshaw IV said hosting the Spring Conference virtually represents an opportunity “to get more people from each of our companies educated and involved,” while reaching out to industry colleagues who may not have attended an UPFDA event in the past.
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FAIRFAX, Va. – As temperatures and precipitation levels increase, so too do pest populations. Despite this unwelcomed fact, especially in the midst of collective concerns around the growing COVID-19 pandemic here in the U.S., the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) remains steadfast in its mission to protect public health from the threats posed by pests. The organization recently released its
bi-annual Bug Barometer, a seasonal projection of the pest pressure Americans can expect to see in their respective regions. This information is designed to encourage proper pest prevention and protection measures to reduce pest encounters that can pose a risk to both health and home.
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National Pest Management Month (NPMM) is an annual observance recognized by Chase’s Calendar of
Events each April. The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing and public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), encourages the industry to get involved and celebrate.
NPMM highlights the professional pest control industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property from the threats posed by pests, a role that has become even more crucial amid the global pandemic.
“This special designation has been recognized for more than 40 years, and with professional pest control deemed an essential service amid the COVID-19 pandemic by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for its vital role as a protector of public health, there’s no better time to remind homeowners just how vital these services are,” said Cindy Mannes, PPMA executive director. “The men and women in our industry deserve to be recognized f