The 55th annual University of Kentucky Pest Control Short Course, held last week in Lexington, Ky., brought together pest management professionals, technical and industry experts, and more for educational sessions, training and networking. 🪲🕷️🪳 pctonline.com/news/55th-univ…

AXN Growth Partners announced the acquisitions of Patriot Environmental and Pesty Pest Control, expanding the company's presence in Northwest Arizona. pctonline.com/news/axn-growt…

The William Blair/PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists total U.S. Pest Index increased 8% year-over-year in August 2026, below the long-term average index growth rate of 10%. pctonline.com/news/pest-inde…

In this episode of Beyond the Pest, Jennifer Sweeney-Ingram and Michael Thome of the Urban Pest Management Technical Committee talk with Frank Meek, the senior technical advisor for Rollins, who is set to retire in December. pctonline.com/media/beyond-t…

The North Carolina Pest Management Association announced that Garey Fox, dean of the North Carolina State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, will be the keynote speaker for the 2027 Pest Control Technician’s School, being held Jan. 25-28. pctonline.com/news/nc-state-…

Florida Termite & Pest Control has debuted its new mascot, Good E. Gator, which went into use on May 25. Good E. Gator now serves as Florida Termite & Pest’s official mascot on the company’s field materials, vehicles and customer communications. pctonline.com/news/florida-t…

Mosquito Authority and Pest Authority announced the acquisition of Quality Pest Control, a locally owned pest control company based in Statesville, N.C.

Read about the acquisition here: pctonline.com/news/mosquito-…

The deadline to enter our 🕷️25th annual Best Pest Photo Contest🐝 is Dec. 5. The winning photographer will receive $500!

Enter the contest here: pctonline.com/news/pct-launc…

🪰The 55th annual University of Kentucky Pest Control Short Course is underway in Lexington, Ky., this week!🐜 PMPs, technical and industry experts, and more are gathered to learn the latest research, management strategies and safety practices. Follow along for more coverage.🦟🪳

The Joe Thomas Endowed Professorship recognizes Thomas's remarkable contributions to @ArrowExt and the pest management industry while supporting education and leadership development for future generations.

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Golden Gate Capital, a San Francisco-based private equity firm, has announced the recapitalization of All U Need Pest Control. Steve Groeper, founder and executive chairman, and Kyle Selbach, CEO, will continue to lead All U Need Pest Control. pctonline.com/news/golden-ga…

The Arizona Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, have confirmed the state's first case of New World screwworm. The confirmed case was found in a canine in Cochise County. pctonline.com/news/azda-usda…

Target Specialty Products announced the addition of Jody Green, PhD, BCE, as entomologist and technical training specialist. Prior to this role, Green spent 10 years at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln as an extension educator and urban entomologist. pctonline.com/news/target-sp…

It's been a week since #PestWorld2026, so take a look back at photos taken and articles written at this year's event in Grapevine, Texas. pctonline.com/news/2026-pest…

Do you believe your company is one of the best places to work in the pest control industry? Then submit your nomination for the Best Places to Work in Pest Control 2027 program! The deadline to enter is Dec. 31. Learn more at the link below. pctonline.com/news/nominate-…

Hawx Pest Control announced the addition of Heather King Alonso as the new senior director of technical services, where she will support the redesign of Hawx’s training and education curriculum, contribute to multimedia learning development and more. pctonline.com/news/hawx-pest…

Steven “Scott” Nolen, former president of Truly Nolen International and Truly Nolen of America, passed away in 2026 at age 71 following a brief illness, the company announced on social media. pctonline.com/news/in-memori…

For PCT's latest issue, Allison Beach, technical specialist, Rose Pest Solutions, uncovered the truth behind six common pest myths that customers believe. Learn more about these myths and their realities at the link below! pctonline.com/article/6-pest…

Greenix Pest Control announced that the company has acquired Wasatch Pest Control, a Utah-based company serving homeowners throughout Utah County and the greater Salt Lake City area. The acquisition expands Greenix's presence in its home state. pctonline.com/news/greenix-p…

MGK announced that Randy Nelson will succeed Steve Gullickson as president of the environmental health division of Sumitomo Biorational Company. Nelson, whose career with MGK spans more than 40 years, will step into the role effective Jan. 1, 2027. pctonline.com/news/nelson-to…