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Be proactive to alleviate customer fears about indoor biting pests

1 month ago | mypmp.net | Matt Remmen |Michael Boyd |Andrew Fisher

Winter is when PMPs may see an increase in customer concerns about indoor biting pests, especially bed bugs. Even without confirmed infestations, these worries require a thoughtful and professional response to build trust and provide reassurance. Be proactive so you can alleviate their fears by doing the following:Plan ahead. Develop protocols for timely home visits with clear communication and efficient scheduling. Define guidelines.
Follow ant patterns to effective place bait

2 months ago | mypmp.net | Sarah Bernard |Mel Whitson |Chris White |Matt Remmen

Ants love to follow straight lines, which makes it easier to target them when baiting. Ask customers when and where they see ants and whether they’ve noticed any patterns in how the ants move. Their input can help you find ant trails and where to place bait. Place baits within bait stations along these trails — including on sidewalk edges, pathways, windowsills or near plant stems that touch the house — so the ants can easily take it back to their colonies.
Learn more about Envu's dust solution for indoor pest control

Nov 20, 2024 | mypmp.net | Joey Ciccolini |Matt Remmen

Matt Remmen, senior technical services manager at Envu, shares more about Temprid Dust, the company’s latest innovation to eliminate bed bugs, cockroaches, ants and other indoor pests. The formulation contains two active ingredients, including beta-cyfluthrin (pyrethroid) and the all-new flupyradifurone (butenolide), both of which have a unique mode of action.
Envu to acquire In2Care, FMC GSS

Oct 23, 2024 | mypmp.net | Joey Ciccolini |Matt Remmen

Environmental science company Envu is set to acquire In2Care, a technology company headquartered in the Netherlands that specializes in the development and commercialization of novel mosquito control products. The acquisition will further diversify the Envu mosquito management portfolio, offering pest control operators, mosquito abatement professionals and other customers even more nature-positive innovations for nuisance mosquito control and preventing the spread of vector-borne diseases.
Develop a protocol to help determine if you are combating bed bugs or bat bugs | Pest Management Professional

Oct 11, 2024 | mypmp.net | Greg Pettis |Anna Berry |Matt Remmen

You may have a “bat bug situation” when your normal bed bug application doesn’t seem to be doing the trick, and reintroduction doesn’t seem to be the issue. The average technician can’t tell the difference, so developing a protocol for such situations is important. Here are two things to consider:Are the bugs on the ceiling and other abnormal places more than in the bed or nightstands? Has the customer reported bats in the attic or crawlspace?
Bio-Gene, Envu collaborate to evaluate Flavocide for mosquitoes | Pest Management Professional

Aug 14, 2024 | mypmp.net | Joey Ciccolini |Matt Remmen |Heather Gooch

Bio-Gene Technology, an Australian company working to develop novel bio-insecticides, and Envu are evaluating the trademarked technology Flavocide for use in professional pest management and public health products to control mosquitoes. As a nature-identical compound, Flavocide complements Envu’s professional pest and mosquito management product portfolios.
Tips for preventing cat fleas on pets | Pest Management Professional

Aug 12, 2024 | mypmp.net | Stuart Mitchell |Greg Pettis |Mel Whitson |Matt Remmen

Before treating an infestation of cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis), it’s crucial to thoroughly understand the behaviors of the cat, dog — yep, dogs can get cat fleas — or other companion animals involved. This begins with a detailed interview of the pet owners, documenting the pet’s specific resting and sleeping habits. Cat flea larvae comprise about 35 percent of the population, which otherwise consists of eggs at about 50 percent, pupae at about 10 percent and adults about 5 percent.
Adjust application for fleas versus ticks | Pest Management Professional

Aug 9, 2024 | mypmp.net | Greg Pettis |Mel Whitson |Matt Remmen |Tim Husen

When treating for fleas and ticks in a yard, many pest control firms offer a combo treatment. This is great for the customer — it’s a bigger bang for their buck. But the habits of these two bloodsuckers are different and your application should reflect that. Fleas are going to be down in the grass, while ticks will be at the top of grass blades as they “quest” for a host. Each requires a different application strategy.
Avoid rapid reproduction of fleas and ticks | Pest Management Professional

Aug 7, 2024 | mypmp.net | Jamel Sandidge |Mel Whitson |Matt Remmen |Tim Husen

Recent regulations have limited the number of products that can be used to combat fleas and ticks indoors. There often are limitations on carpet applications or long re-treatment intervals. These regulations can make customers a little nervous, however, because they may continue to find these pests and suffer from bites. The biggest issue with these pests is often the sheer number present, thanks to high reproductive success.
Envu adds Dr. Alvaro Romero to expanding pest management team | Pest Management Professional

Aug 6, 2024 | mypmp.net | Joey Ciccolini |Matt Remmen

Envu recently added Dr. Alvaro Romero as a technical market development manager for the Western U.S. to its growing Professional Pest Management team in North America. “Alvaro brings a wealth of knowledge and technical research experience to our team,” said Gokhan Vergon, head of Professional Pest Management, North America.