On Wednesday, NPMA met with Jake Li, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Pesticide Programs, to discuss the scope of EPA’s Vulnerable Species Pilot Project. During the meeting, NPMA expressed the importance of excluding structural exterior perimeter applications from the scope of the pilot project. NPMA has signed onto joint coalition comments supported by nearly 100+ organizations that identify key areas of concern with the pilot project. NPMA will also be submitting our comments to EPA before the Sunday, August 6th deadline. Next week, NPMA will be sharing an FAQ document related to this pilot project that provides an overview of the proposed mitigation measures.
 Join us for an evening of luau elegance at The Royal Hawaiian, offering a rich history and stunning oceanfront location, providing the perfect setting for an evening of philanthropy. Held in conjunction with PestWorld, by attending this event, you will be supporting the Pest Management Foundation and its mission to advance research and education in pest management.
 Interested in getting involved in the strategic leadership of NPMA? Now’s your chance to get involved in the decision-making process and grow professionally within our association. The work our volunteers do makes a difference in this industry, and we want you to be a part of it! The call for nominations for the Board of Directors is now open through September 1, 2023.
 NPMA member companies located in the U.S. and Canada receive one free 60-day job posting on the industry-exclusive job board. You can also access the Workforce Toolkit using your member credentials. Within the Toolkit, you will be able to easily download a variety of assets including sample job descriptions, customizable recruitment brochures, website badges, and more.
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PestWorld's education program is the ultimate destination for pest management professionals. With an array of specialized educational tracks, this year's program promises to elevate your skills, expand your horizons, and propel your career to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking advanced insights or a newcomer looking to establish a solid foundation, our diverse educational tracks cater to all levels of expertise. Attend educational sessions and earn CEUs in the following tracks: Management, Fumigation, Public Health, Safety, Technical, Wildlife, and Wood Destroying Insects.
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Vox
Scientists are reporting increasing insecticide resistance among American Culex mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus to humans.
Entomology Today
In 2022, 13 adult blacklegged ticks were collected between June and September in locations across the state, the time of year when previously only larvae or nymphs were found.
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Pest management is one of the few remaining industries where customers welcome a relative stranger into their homes, so the skills of building trust and emotional intelligence will always be necessary.
Chief Executive
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All Work
If you’ve ever thought that it feels like you spend most of your day just communicating with other coworkers and clients instead of getting work done, you may be right.
Gregg Vanourek
Asking for help is an important life skill, work skill, and leadership skill. Those who struggle with it are wise to address it urgently.
Lolly Daskal
In today’s fast-paced business world, it can feel like there are never enough hours in the day. Here are four key ways that you can do more with less and lead effectively in a time-crunched world:
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