StopPests IPM in Multifamily Housing Blog

Tracking Powders in Rodent Management: A Cautionary Tale

A group of rodenticides that are not well understood and therefore frequently misused are tracking powders. An unfortunate trend observed is the over-reliance, overuse and misuse of tracking powders to address rodent problems. Read more →

StopPests Webinar Series

StopPests is offering three free webinars on IPM in affordable housing, covering bed bugs, cockroaches, and rodents. See the descriptions and the registration links below. Although housing professionals are the target audience for these presentations, we invite pest management professionals and anyone whose work and life is impacted by pests... Read more →

Rodenticides How do they fit into your IPM program?

This post originally appeared in the Stop School Pests: IPM in Schools newsletter posted on January 26th by Janet Hurley at Texas A&M University By Janet Hurley, Extension Program Specialist III Click here for original article in Stop School Pests: IPM in Schools newsletter Rodent control is a multi-layer process... Read more →

The Recording of "The ABC's of Pest Control: Allergens, Baits, and Cockroaches" is Now Available to View

If you missed the March 2nd StopPests webinar "The ABC's of Pest Control: Allergens, Baits, and Cockroaches" you can now watch the recording at StopPests.org by following the above link. Dr. Coby Schal of North Carolina State shared his research results on effectively managing cockroaches with baits in contrast with... Read more →

Free Webinar! The ABC's of Pest Control: Allergens, Baits, and Cockroaches

Register Here. Cockroach infestations can get out of hand quickly in multifamily housing. Best practices and treatments can turn things around to help maintain control. StopPests in Housing is hosting a webinar on reducing asthma triggers in housing with effective cockroach control. Join StopPests on March 2nd, 2017, 2:00-3:30 EST,... Read more →

Uncovering Bed Bug Behavior: What Research Can Teach Us About Control

Bed Bug Nymph Since the U.S. bed bug resurgence of the 1990's, entomologists have been researching these elusive pests to better understand their behavior and improve control techniques. Despite progress, there is still much we don’t know about bed bug behavior. Entomologists, like Dr. Gail Ridge at the Connecticut Agricultural... Read more →

Can Bed Bugs Be Controlled With 'Green' Products?

Do natural, essential oil-based sprays provide control of bed bugs? It's complicated! Pesticide sprays (chemical or 'green') may assist with control, but only when part of a larger IPM program. And only when they are proven to be effective through valid testing. Read this blog post to learn what research tells us about natural pesticides and bed bug management. Read more →

Thousands of People Line Up for Bed Bug Webinar

Over 3000 people registered for the StopPests webinar "Lowering Costs with an In-House Bed Bug Prevention and Management Plan”. The recording of this research update for affordable housing providers can now be viewed online at http://stoppests.org/vtechbedbug Read more →

Understanding Pesticides: A Property Manager’s Guide to Formulations

This blog post offers a brief description of formulations (or types) of chemical pest control products for property managers. Whether you handle pest problems in-house or have a contract with a pest management company, knowing some basic terms can help you understand the best options for your site. Read more →

Why Should You Report Pest? (Sample Newsletter Article)

Sample newsletter article on why residents in multifamily housing should report signs of pests. Read more →