
Press Releases
Read official pest press releases from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) below.
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September 22, 2025
Pest Season Isn’t Over: Experts Predict Milder Temps Will Keep Them Buzzing
The latest Bug Barometer® forecast from the National Pest Management Association reveals what homeowners across America can expect from pest activity this fall and winter. Based on weather patterns, climate data, and pest biology insights from certified entomologists, this essential seasonal guide helps families prepare for cold-weather invaders.
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September 8, 2025
Stink Bugs on the Move: Why This Smelly Pest Invades Homes Every Fall
Fall is the time of year homeowners start to see more stink bugs in their home. Check out these tips from NPMA experts on how to prevent any from coming indoors.
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September 2, 2025
Common Backyard Conditions That Attract Pests and How to Fix Them
The National Pest Management Association shares expert insights to make backyards less appealing to pests.
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August 20, 2025
The Perfect Storm for Public Health Pests: NPMA Highlights Incoming Threats
NPMA has released its Public Health Pest Index findings, a list of U.S. cities that are at greater risk for pest-borne diseases this summer and fall.
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July 28, 2025
The Top Invasive Pests to Keep an Eye Out for This Summer
This summer, keep an eye out for invasive species. Check out these tips from NPMA to protect yourself and property from invasive pests like spotted lanternflies, Asian longhorned ticks and ant species.
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July 28, 2025
The Top Invasive Pests to Keep an Eye Out for This Summer
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July 15, 2025
Dealing With Stinging Insects? Here’s What to Know
NPMA is sharing tips on how to identify and protect yourself from stinging insects this summer.
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June 24, 2025
Summer Weather Brings Peak Pest Season: How to Protect Your Home and Health
NPMA is sharing tips on how to protect your home and health from pests this summer.
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June 24, 2025
Summer Weather Brings Peak Pest Season: How to Protect Your Home and Health
NPMA is sharing tips on how to protect your home and health from pests this summer.
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June 2, 2025
NPMA Debuts “Bed Bugs Exposed”: A Series Revealing How These Sneaky Pests Invade Your Home
Just in time for summer travel, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) launches “Bed Bugs Exposed”, an educational video series debuting during Bed Bug Awareness Week 2025. This engaging campaign helps consumers learn how to identify bed bugs, prevent infestations, and stay protected while traveling. With real-world demonstrations and expert tips, the series reveals where bed bugs hide, how they spread, and what steps to take to eliminate bed bugs before they become a costly problem. Whether you're at home or on the go, arm yourself with the knowledge to stay bed bug–free this travel season.
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May 20, 2025
Ant Prevention 101: Keeping These Nuisance Pests Out of Your Home
Tired of ants invading your home? The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) offers practical solutions to protect your property from America's #1 nuisance pest this summer. Learn simple prevention strategies, including sealing entry points, eliminating food sources, managing moisture problems, and removing potential nesting sites. These steps can help keep carpenter ants, odorous house ants, fire ants, and Asian needle ants at bay.
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May 5, 2025
Tick Trouble: Rising Threat of Tick-Borne Diseases Highlights Need for Prevention
It’s Tick Awareness Week—time to protect yourself, your family, and your pets! Far more than a nuisance, ticks can transmit dangerous diseases, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and alpha-gal syndrome.