WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – With the world in the midst of adapting to changes brought about by COVID-19, it was appropriate that recently retired Purdue Entomology Professor Dr. Gary Bennett – a man who has witnessed the pest control change and adapt throughout his 50-plus year career – kicked off this year’s event, which is being held virtually this week.
Bennett discussed the importance of technicians and technology as relates to pest management. “Technology really is industry science. In other words, it s about protecting the public and it s about performing pest management in the appropriate way.”
Bennet said one of the goals of the Purdue conference is to help service professionals better understand the science behind pest management and help get them certified so that they evolve from