Bed Bug Activity in the UK Up 44%, Rentokil Reports
The latest data from Rentokil shows confirmed bed bug activity in the UK increased by an average of 44%* year-on-year between 2023 and 2025.
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University of Kentucky to Host 55th Annual Pest Control Short Course in November
The University of Kentucky announced that the 55th Annual University of Kentucky Pest Control Short Course is scheduled for Nov. 3-5, in Lexington, Ky.
Orkin Annnounces Organizational Changes
The company announced the appointment of Scott Weaver to chief operating officer of Orkin North America and Rob Quinn to group president of Orkin North America Commercial Operations.
Truly Nolen Pest Control Promotes Jayne
Tonya Jayne was promoted to support specialist for the company’s people development team. She will continue as the subject matter expert for the company’s CSR training, while expanding her role in Truly Nolen’s Yellow Standard Academy.
NCPMA Welcomes New Board Members
The North Carolina Pest Management Association appointed Thomas Cheek, Patrick Thompson, Brett Pool and Allen Langley to its board of directors.
Registration Opens for PestWorld East 2027 in Dubai
Returning at a new, larger venue, PestWorld East 2027 will offer expanded opportunities for education, networking and business growth, NPMA said.
Pest Management Foundation Announces the E. Raymond Crim, III Scholarship
The E. Raymond Crim, III Scholarship, established by Arrow Exterminators, will be available starting Oct. 1 and recognizes Crim's commitment to the pest management industry and his military service.
Tyro Group Acquires Dowell Pest Control
Tyro Group announced the acquisition of Dowell Pest Control marking its third acquisition in the United States. Dowell Pest Control will continue to operate under its established brand.
Select Exterminating Acquires Three Businesses Across New York and New Jersey
Select Exterminating acquired Suburban Pest Control of Hamburg, N.Y., Amherst Exterminators of Dunkirk, N.Y., and On The Spot Pest Control of Metuchen, N.J. The acquisitions were announced by the Aust Group who acted as the exclusive financial advisor for the three acquired businesses.
Catseye Pest Control Acquires Security Pest Elimination and Biologic Pest Control
The acquisitions of Security Pest Elimination of Lowell, Mass., and Biologic Pest Control of Walpole, Mass., expand Catseye’s Massachusetts footprint.
Researchers Confirm New York's First Bourbon Virus Case
A team from Stony Brook Medicine confirmed Michael Larkin of Long Island contracted tick-borne Bourbon virus in April after a year-long anti-body study. Larkin, 67, found two tiny lone star ticks on his leg when he was landscaping in his backyard.
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PCT Poll: Rodent Activity Spiked During Frigid Winter of 2025-26
According to a recent PCT reader poll, 33% of respondents said they noticed significantly more rodent activity in accounts they service, while 33% said rodent activity slightly increased.
