Here's a look at some of the top stories, multimedia files and more posted on PCT Online for the week of April 11. Highlights this week include international mergers & acquisitions, as well as a new PCT podcast and video.
President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint the noted entomologist to the President’s Committee on the National Medal of Science.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation awarded University of Nebraska–Lincoln a three-year, $1.43 million grant to support the development of a more effective mosquito bait station. Troy Anderson and his research team are heading the project.
Rentokil Acquires Environmental Coalition Incorporated (ECI)
The acquisition expands Rentokil’s commercial pest reach in southern Texas.
The invasive Joro spiders, first identified in the U.S. in Georgia 10 years ago, have made headlines because of reports that they will be expanding northward throughout the East Coast. PCT caught up with Marc Potzler, technical services manager for Ehrlich Pest Control, to learn more about this invasive "parachuting" spider.
Video: Cricket Rubbing Front Legs
Video of a cricket rubbing its front legs, which is normally done to attract mates, taken by Dr. Mohammed El Damir, Adam's Pest Control.
Latest from Pest Control Technology
- Orkin Helps Local Youth Sports Program Design a ‘Killah’ New Logo
- ABC Home & Commercial Services Celebrates 75 Years in Business
- NPMA Academy Announces Full Schedule
- Truly Nolen Promotes Marchello, Christopherson and Bolton to Managerial Positions
- TruGreen Announces 2024 List of Top 20 U.S. Buggiest Cities
- Why PMPs Use Rodent Bait Stations
- NPMA’s Women’s Forum Encouraged Female Leadership, Growth Opportunities in Pest Control
- GoPest Expands to Birmingham and Huntsville (Ala.)
