The Real Challenges Faced by Pest Control Business Owners: Navigating the Economy, Laws, and Sustainability Welcome to our latest video, where we dive into the future of pest control and unpack the latest developments in the industry. In today’s episode, we’ll be focusing on a critical topic that all pest control professionals and business owners…
Are you looking to take your wildlife photography to the next level? Look no further! In this informative video, we’re going to share with you some of the best-kept secrets of the wildlife control industry. Wildlife control consultant, Stephen Vantassel, will show you how to get professional photo results with these wildlife control secrets. Whether…
Being a part of local and national pest control associations can make a significant impact on your business success. In this video, Christian, the owner of Tailor-Made Pest Control, shares his personal experience and highlights the benefits of being an active member. You can voice your opinions on industry regulations and stay informed about changes.…
This document outlines a comprehensive protocol for Wildlife Control Operators (WCOs) to safely and ethically clean up raccoon latrines within structures. Raccoon latrines can pose a significant health risk to humans due to the potential presence of Baylisascaris procyonis, or raccoon roundworm. While there are guidelines for outdoor latrine removal, there is a lack of…
Great to know you are taking a thoughtful and responsible stance towards pest control, taking into consideration the well-being of both people and the environment. It’s essential to understand that chemical treatments might not always be the optimal solution, and alternative approaches can be equally effective. In this scenario, it would be prudent to examine…
[powerpress} A key facility of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is the UF/IFAS TREC Plant Diagnostic Clinic is (UF/IFAS) located at the Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC) in Homestead, Florida. The clinic’s mission is to provide diagnostic services and support to commercial growers, landscapers, nursery operators, extension agents, and…
Baton represents a state-of-the-art B2B referral platform that caters to pest control and home services firms. Its cutting-edge features transform the way these businesses interact and exchange customer referrals. The company’s ultimate goal is to simplify and optimize the referral process, allowing businesses to convert low-quality leads into lucrative revenue streams and brand development prospects.…
The AVMA has established guidelines for the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) in euthanizing wildlife animals. Below are some of the recommended best practices for CO2 euthanasia, as outlined by the AVMA: Trained personnel should administer CO2 euthanasia. Proper training should include instruction on equipment usage, administration methods, and successful euthanasia indicators. The euthanasia should…
The duration required to assess the success of advertising, marketing, and strategic sales strategies can vary significantly depending on factors such as the product, target audience, industry, and competition. Typically, advertising and marketing campaigns take time to establish and produce measurable outcomes. Therefore, it’s vital to have practical expectations and give the plan sufficient time…
Dr. Niam Quinn and Dr. Toni Piaggio are leading groundbreaking research on genetic mutations in rats that provide resistance to second-generation rodenticides at the National Wildlife Research Center. The study focuses on the VKORC1 gene, which produces the VKOR enzyme responsible for blood clotting and targeted by various anticoagulant rodenticides. The researchers aim to identify…