Pest Management Professional, September 2010
2010 AP G B ed bugs bed bugs bed bugs Living and working in New York City youd think there was nothing else going on in the world these past few months Bed bugs have made the pages of the New York Times on numerous occasions over the past year including a recent cover story The New York Daily News the New York Post even the prestigious Wall Street Journal seems to have assigned a dedicated journalist to cover bed bugs And of course this is not just a local New York story multiple national news organizations from USA Today to the NBC Today show have covered this story Our industry has been called to the front lines to battle this new old epidemic So its up to us the professional pest management industry the ball is in our court The public and the media have consistently relied on experts from our industry for guidance to discuss the issue and present solutions So whats the game plan How do we move from FKDVLQJ D ZLOG UH ZKHUH there is absolute panic in the streets in cities like New York Cincinnati San Francisco and others to where we get ahead of the problem and act as a reassuring and calming force a point when we can FRQ GHQWO GHFODUH ZH YH JRW this under control As with all things bed bug related there are no simple answers However the importance of regular inspection monitoring programs and early detection has never been more evident Bed bugs have been showing up at retailers VFKRROV PHGLFDO RI FHV places no one would have dreamed theyd ever spot a bed bug a few years back These types of locations and the PMPs that will provide the services would all JUHDWO EHQH W IURP UHJXODU proactive bed bug monitoring and inspection It provides peace of mind to property managers and occupants and allows PMPs to stay a step ahead by identifying new populations early and by tracking existing infestations Proactive monitoring programs will also give the industry a new revenue stream that can turn the current bedbug wave into SUR W DOO ZKLOH KHOSLQJ solve a problem that has so far been in dire need of a real long term solution Jonathan Frisch is VP of AP G in Brooklyn NY Bedbug Detection System Avitrol Corporation S ince 1971 Avitrol has been committed to providing quality products that are both effective and humane As the only chemical frightening agent for birds registered by the EPA we have been keenly aware of the ever changing needs and concerns of consumers Our focus at Avitrol Corporation has been to not only manufacture a world class product but to also help PMPs and consumers alike make informed decisions Understanding both Avitrol labeling directions and pest bird behaviors has empowered PMPs to successfully attract and retain new business Here are a few tips to keep in mind when using Avitrol for pest bird management 1 Always prebait Prebaiting will help you determine the following KELLY F SWINDLE President KDW LV WKH SHVW ELUG species RZ PDQ SHVW ELUGV are in the area Are they resident or migratory KDW DUH WKH KDELWV RI WKH ÀRFN KHUH GR WKH roost feed and loaf KDW SUHFDXWLRQV PD be necessary to protect other birds wildlife pets and people from hazards that may arise from baiting with Avitrol 2 Always read the label Reading the label will help you determine factors such as the appropriate dilution ratios and other important information 3 Always ask If you have any questions regarding your bird control situation call your local regulatory agencies county extension RI FHV RU FDOO XV WROO IUHH DW 800 633 5069 To the many PMPs who have faithfully used us throughout the years we say thank you For those of you who are new to our products we invite you to visit Avitrol com email info@ avitrol com or call us to learn more about pest bird management with Avitrol As long as we remain in business we will continue to provide quality products and ongoing support www mypmp net SEPTEMBER 2010 PEST MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL 95
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