Here's a look at some of the top stories, multimedia files and more posted on PCT Online for the week of May 2. Highlights this week include preemption news; the return of UPFDA's Spring Conference; and the launch of PCT's Technician of the Year Awards.
After patiently tolerating two-years of Zoom meetings prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 50 product suppliers and other industry stakeholders traveled to the “Sunshine State” in late April to meet face-to-face at the UPFDA Spring Conference, where a comprehensive strategic plan for the 54-year-old organization was unveiled.
More than 200 individuals attended the event, including partners and Arrow’s corporate management team. The night included a personal tour of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field, locker rooms and more.
NPMA has spearheaded a letter in support of the pesticide H.R. 7266 and gathered 159 individual associations as signatories.
PCT and BASF announced the launched our annual Technician of the Year awards program, which recognize a trio of standout service professionals in the residential, commercial and termite categories. Nominations are now being accepted.
Trappers will set thousands of traps statewide to monitor for the introduction or spread of over 130 invasive pests and diseases, including the Asian giant hornet.
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