A single bite from a mosquito can transmit disease and cause major harm. These pests are not only irritating and itchy, they can also transmit diseases including Malaria, Zika, Encephalitis, Yellow Fever and Dengue Fever. Mosquitoes can hurt your guests and employees and damage your brand.
Mosquito Control
Should I consider a mating disruption pest control program for my facility?
Mating disruption is a technique designed to manage certain insects and can be an effective part of a mosquito control program. It works by introducing artificial pheromones that confuse the males, disrupt the courtship, prevent mating and thus block the reproductive cycle. It is primarily intended as a tactic to keep pest populations low. The first year in which mating disruption is established, fumigation or fogging may be required to reduce pest populations to levels that can then be maintained by pheromones alone.
Organic facilities that cannot use chemicals or those that wish to minimize chemical applications should consider a mosquito mating disruption program. If your pest population is exceeding your established threshold levels, you should work with your pest control provider to discuss this option.
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