Inside the Latest Issue: PCT April 2026 Highlights

April is PCT's annual ant control issue, led by "The Ants of Manhattan," from Dr. Clint Penick. This feature explores what allows some ant species to thrive in urban environments while others disappear, and what that means for your control strategies.

In "The Fascinating World of Ants," Dr. Edward Vargo and Dr. Robert Puckett offer practical insights into feeding habits, colony formation, and population dynamics, valuable knowledge for designing more effective ant management programs.

PCT also shares "10 Tips to Make Ant Control Jobs Better," offering actionable ways to elevate your best practices. "Where Lawn and Concrete Meet," highlights how strategic bait placement, especially at key transition zones, can significantly improve results.

This issue also includes a special AI supplement. In "Embracing Digital Marketing in the AI Era," Jess Phelan explains how pest management professionals can adapt to evolving marketing demands without overwhelming their teams or budgets.

And in "Pest Control, Powered by AI Era," PCT examines how artificial intelligence is helping PMPs save time, reduce costs, and optimize operations.

On the technical side, Heath Waldorf breaks down the importance of defining what “solved” really means on bird control jobs and why clear communication with customers is essential as conditions change.

PCT has been busy covering key industry events. At the Purdue Pest Management Conference, PCT spoke with graduate researcher Grab Kolb about delusional parasitosis and the importance of delivering clear, confident conclusions when no pest is found. At NPMA Legislative Day, CEO Adam Carace shared insights on navigating regulatory challenges and his recognition as Policy Person of the Year.