PCT Mosquito Control Virtual Conference Set for March 18

Mosquito control is a rapidly growing segment for many PCOs. Are you looking to take this service offering to the next level? One investment you and your team can make is attending PCT’s Mosquito Control Virtual Conference on March 18 from noon to 4:00 p.m. ET. 

Featuring an impressive speaker faculty of leading experts, PCT’s Mosquito Control Virtual Conference is your opportunity to learn about innovative mosquito control strategies as well as the latest products and technologies in sessions presented by event sponsor Zoecon.

The cost to attend is only $49 and PCT has applied for continuing education credit approval from numerous states and approvals for several are pending. For an up-to-date list, visit https://events.pctonline.com/mosquitocontrol/page/mosquito-ceus/.

To learn more about PCT’s Mosquito Control Virtual Conference and to register, visit https://events.pctonline.com/mosquitocontrol/. 

Sessions and Speakers Include:

10 Cryptic Mosquito Breeding Sites

Mosquito control efforts often focus on obvious standing water, but some of the most productive breeding sites are the ones hiding in plain sight. This session explores 10 cryptic mosquito breeding sites that are frequently missed during inspections but that can produce large numbers of mosquitoes in a short time. Dr. Stan Cope of Rose Pest Solutions will examine why these hidden water sources are commonly overlooked, how they contribute to explosive local mosquito populations and the serious public health implications that can follow, including Zika, dengue and West Nile virus. By learning how to identify and eliminate these concealed habitats, attendees will understand how targeting mosquito larvae at the source can dramatically reduce adult mosquito populations, lower biting pressure and decrease the risk of disease transmission.

Speaker: Dr. Stan Cope, director of technical services, Rose Pest Solutions

Beyond the Bite: Building Smarter Integrated Mosquito Management Programs

Mosquito control is about more than knocking down adults; it’s about breaking the breeding cycle. In this session, Rentokil's Sydney Crawley will explore how effective Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) programs reduce overall reproductive success while targeting adult populations for meaningful, long-term control. Crawley will review the behavior and biology of commonly encountered North American mosquito species as well as mosquito imposter insects such as crane flies and dixid midges. She’ll also discuss why customer cooperation is essential, how to identify and manage key breeding sites and what it takes to implement IPM strategies that deliver lasting results. This discussion will provide a practical framework for sustainable mosquito management when applied consistently and thoughtfully.

Speaker: Sydney Crawley, principal vector scientist, Rentokil Terminix

Successfully Integrating Mosquito Services into Your Business

In this session, presented by Rollins’ Frank Meek, attendees will learn the history behind Rollins' first introduced mosquito services and how and why the segment has grown throughout the years. Meek, who helped create the program and has been instrumental in its ongoing success, will discuss the key factors that contributed to its growth, including the development of best practices, with a focus on selecting the right products and equipment, and effectively structuring and staffing your team. Attendees will also gain insight into proven sales and marketing approaches for mosquito services.

Speaker: Frank Meek, senior technical advisor, Rollins