Press Releases

Read official pest press releases from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) below.

• September 28, 2021

  Experts Warn of Increased Pest Activity This Fall as Result of Long, Wet Summer

  NPMA has released its bi-annual Bug Barometer® forecast, a seasonal projection of the pest pressure and activity Americans can expect to see in their respective regions of the country based on weather patterns, long-term forecasts and pest biological behaviors. Find out what pests you can expect to see in your region.

• September 2, 2021

  Homeowners Concerned About Pest Activity As They Return To the Workplace

  The National Pest Management Association shares results of a recent homeowner survey on bug, insect and rodent issues during the pandemic and unexpected concerns heading back to the workplace.

• August 12, 2021

  Soggy Spring and Mild Summer Create Perfect Conditions for Pests to Thrive

  The National Pest Management Association just released its summer Vector Sectors™ list of the top 10 U.S. cities with the greatest risk for increased pest pressure from vector pests for the remainder of summer and into fall. Did your city make the list?

• July 22, 2021

  Protect Yourself: Summer is Peak Season for Mosquito Activity

  Summer is peak season for the world's deadliest animal: the mosquito. To help keep Americans safe this summer, the NPMA is sharing important information about the dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in the U.S.

• July 8, 2021

  How to Enjoy the Summer Sun Without Getting Stung

  The National Pest Management Association is sharing helpful information about stinging insects and tips to prevent any painful stings this summer.

• June 23, 2021

  Four Ant Species All Homeowners Should Know About

  With summer being peak season for ants, experts at the National Pest Management Association are sharing the top four ant species frequently encountered by homeowners across the U.S. and tips on how to prevent them.

• June 3, 2021

  Experts Warn of Increased Bed Bug Activity During Summer Travel Season

  NPMA is sharing bed bug prevention tips with travelers during Bed Bug Awareness Week, this June 6-12.

• May 10, 2021

  NPMA Launches TickTalk.org During Inaugural Tick Awareness Week

  This Tick Awareness Week, NPMA launched its newest project, TickTalk.org, a first-of-its-kind digital destination dedicated to ticks and tickborne diseases.

• April 30, 2021

  Pests Could Be Triggering Your Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

  Experts at the National Pest Management Association are highlighting how certain pests can exacerbate seasonal allergies and asthma symptoms during Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month.

• April 14, 2021

  Billions of Brood X Cicadas Set to Emerge Across 15 U.S. States This Spring

  In preparation for the emergence of the Brood X cicadas this spring, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is sharing what residents in the states affected can expect this spring and summer.

• April 1, 2021

  National Pest Management Month Celebrates Tireless Efforts of Pest Control Professionals Across the U.S.

  This National Pest Management Month, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is calling attention to the essential services pest control professionals provide and applauding their steadfast commitment to ensuring our homes and businesses remain protected.

• March 18, 2021

  Rainy Spring and Summer Will Do More Than Dampen Outdoor Plans

  The NPMA today released its bi-annual Bug Barometer® forecast. According to the group’s team of entomologists, warm and wet spring and summer conditions predicted for much of the U.S. will contribute to spikes in pest populations nationwide.