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Mark Vanderwerp, BCE, Rose Pest Solutions, Troy, Michigan

Forget termites and powderpost beetles for a minute, let’s talk about carpenter bees. When it the last time you deepened your knowledge of the only group of bees that actively mines into sound, structural wood? Carpenter bees are caught between being a beneficial pollinator and a wood destroying pest. This session will provide insights into carpenter bee identification, biology and behavior and provide tips for inspection, treatment and getting the facts straight for your clients.

Phil Koehler, PhD, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida

Termite control has changed drastically over the years, from Abe Lincoln replacing logs in houses to the newest techniques of soil treatment, wood treatment, and baits. Changes have been driven by industry, but also supported by data from researchers. This webinar will cover factors that are driving change and more effective termite protection for customers.

Gene White, BCE, Rentokil Steritech, Reading, Pennsylvania 

Wood destroying beetles are notoriously tricky to identify. Couple identification difficulties with challenges determining activity levels and proper treatment methods and you have the perfect storm for a problematic pest. Join an industry expert as we explore the most common wood destroying beetles and learn practical tips for managing this vexing group of pests.

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Dan Baldwin, Terminix International, Memphis, Tennessee

Small flies come in many different forms – drain flies, phorid flies, fungus gnats… the list goes on and on. One thing that these pests all have in common is that it take a big picture approach to control these small flies. Understanding, locating, and eliminating the source of the infestation is key to control, but it’s never a simple task. Learn how to make a major impact on your next small fly job in this webinar packed with practical information that you can put to use today!

Faith Oi, PhD, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida

Ants are America’s number one pest. This pest is so ubiquitous that some consumers and pest management professionals alike have resigned themselves to the notion that they can’t be controlled.But that’s not the case. Find out how science can inform your ant management program and learn the facts about ant ID, biology and how this information can be leveraged to increased customer satisfaction.

Blake Layton, PhD, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, Mississippi

Spiders are one of the five most commonly reported pests that American consumers seek professional help for. Brown recluse spiders get the lion’s share of attention when it comes to spider management training, however, this session will take a look at all of the other spiders that invade homes, causing problems for clients. Learn the most common species, how to identify them, and practical control methods that will supplement your spider control game plan.