Insects

USDA Urges Ohio Residents to Check Trees for Asian Longhorned Beetle and to Not Move Untreated Firewood

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Health, FDA, Forest Products, Other Health, Natural Resources, General Health, Veterinary, Insects, Insects in culture, Hexapoda, Arthropods, Lamiini, Asian long-horned beetle, Invasive species, Pest, Longhorn beetle, Beetle

August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.

Key Points: 
  • August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
  • Thats why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as Tree Check Month for this invasive pest.
  • Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees.
  • This invasive pest continues to be found in Ohio, so residents need to be on watch.

USDA Urges South Carolina Residents to Check Trees for Asian Longhorned Beetle and to Not Move Untreated Firewood

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
FDA, Health, Natural Resources, Other Natural Resources, Insects, Insects in culture, Hexapoda, Arthropods, Lamiini, Asian long-horned beetle, Invasive species, Pest, Longhorn beetle, Beetle

August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.

Key Points: 
  • August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
  • Thats why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as Tree Check Month for this invasive pest.
  • Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees.
  • This invasive pest continues to be found in South Carolina, so residents need to be on watch.

USDA Urges Massachusetts Residents to Check Trees for Asian Longhorned Beetle and to Not Move Untreated Firewood

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
FDA, Health, Veterinary, Other Health, Insects, Insects in culture, Hexapoda, Arthropods, Lamiini, Asian long-horned beetle, Invasive species, Pest, Longhorn beetle, Beetle

August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.

Key Points: 
  • August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
  • Thats why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as Tree Check Month for this invasive pest.
  • Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees.
  • Signs of this invasive pest continue to be found in Massachusetts, so residents need to be on watch.

USDA Urges New York Residents to Check Trees for Asian Longhorned Beetle and to Not Move Untreated Firewood

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Veterinary, Natural Resources, General Health, Health, FDA, Infectious diseases, Forest Products, Other Health, Insects, Insects in culture, Hexapoda, Arthropods, Lamiini, Asian long-horned beetle, Invasive species, Pest, Longhorn beetle, Beetle

August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.

Key Points: 
  • August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks.
  • Thats why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as Tree Check Month for this invasive pest.
  • Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees.
  • This invasive pest continues to be found on Long Island in New York, so residents need to be on watch.

Bug Busters, Inc. Offers Expert Advice for a Bed Bug-Free School Year

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Sunday, August 1, 2021
Insects, Cimicidae, Bed bug, Haematophagy, Delusional parasitosis, Hemiptera, Infestation, Cimex, Software bug, Bed bug control techniques

While shopping for school supplies and a new wardrobe might take precedence over the next few days, Bug Busters, Inc, a pest management company servicing Georgia and Tennessee, encourages parents and students to also spend some time brushing up on bed bug prevention tips.

Key Points: 
  • While shopping for school supplies and a new wardrobe might take precedence over the next few days, Bug Busters, Inc, a pest management company servicing Georgia and Tennessee, encourages parents and students to also spend some time brushing up on bed bug prevention tips.
  • "Bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers and thrive in heavily populated places," said Court Parker, CEO for Bug Busters.
  • "This makes classrooms and dorms the perfect settings for bed bugs to take up residence."
  • According to the survey, 47 percent of respondents had treated for bed bugs in college dorms in 2013, while 41 percent had reported bed bug infestations in schools and daycare centers.

Urban Canine Pest Detection Announces Special Training Practices for Its Team of Canines who Work Across 5-State Service Area

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Insects, Cimicidae, Working dogs, Bed bug, Delusional parasitosis, Haematophagy, Canine, Explosive detection, K9, Detection dog

First off, rather than offering every possible pest detection service imaginable "Jack of All Trades" comes to mind Urban Canine Pest Detection specializes in bed bug detection , using highly trained canines and canine handlers to sniff out bed bug infestations.

Key Points: 
  • First off, rather than offering every possible pest detection service imaginable "Jack of All Trades" comes to mind Urban Canine Pest Detection specializes in bed bug detection , using highly trained canines and canine handlers to sniff out bed bug infestations.
  • Urban Canine Pest Detection also trains its dogs according to NESDCA guidelines, subjecting each pest-detecting canine to as much as 1,000 hours of training before entering the workplace.
  • To learn more about Urban Canine Pest Detection and its team of highly trained bed bug dogs, please visit: https://urbancaninepestdetection.com
    Georgia, The Peach State, also has a k9 team who is dually certified.
  • To learn more about Pest Force and its team of highly trained bed bug dogs visit http://www.pestforce.net or call 678-243-0731.

Pass The Honey Secures 500,000+ Acre Commitment For Crucial Pollinator Research Under Its Regenerative Honeycomb Initiative

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Beekeeping, Insects, Agriculture, Beekeeper, Honey, Bee, Food and drink

ENCINITAS,Calif., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Pass the Honey( https://passthehoney.com/ ), makers of high-quality, conveniently portioned honeycomb and advocates for generational beekeepers,today announced it has secured a 500,000+ acre commitment to launch foundational research under its Regenerative Honeycomb Initiative (RHI).

Key Points: 
  • ENCINITAS,Calif., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Pass the Honey( https://passthehoney.com/ ), makers of high-quality, conveniently portioned honeycomb and advocates for generational beekeepers,today announced it has secured a 500,000+ acre commitment to launch foundational research under its Regenerative Honeycomb Initiative (RHI).
  • The project is aimed at supporting the U.S. honey industry in its production ofunadulterated honeycomb while definingregenerative apiculture standards globally.
  • Instead, ithopes research conducted will contribute to creating successful regenerative management practices that will become the global standard for honey and honeycomb production.
  • Snacking honey profits directly fund pollinator research through the company's Regenerative Honeycomb Initiative.

NFWF’s Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund Awards $835,000 in Grants to Advance Forest and Freshwater Habitat Restoration

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Insects, Hexapoda, Alasmidonta, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Adelgidae, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Alasmidonta atropurpurea, Hemlock woolly adelgid, Blackside dace, Elktoe, HWA

The grants were awarded through the Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund (CPSF), a partnership between NFWF and the U.S. Department of Agricultures Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • The grants were awarded through the Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund (CPSF), a partnership between NFWF and the U.S. Department of Agricultures Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S.
  • They will also restore aquatic habitats to benefit freshwater fish such as the blackside dace, as well as freshwater mollusks such as the Cumberland elktoe.
  • These projects will improve habitat by treating invasive species such as hemlock woolly adelgid and by repairing streambanks to reduce sedimentation and improve in-stream habitat conditions.
  • NRCS is pleased to support these habitat restoration projects through our partnership with NFWF, said NRCS Chief Terry Cosby.

Skeeter Hawk Launches Handheld Mosquito Zapper

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Outdoors, Home Goods, Sports, Retail, Specialty, Arthropods, Hexapoda, Insects, Ectoparasites, Haematophagy, Mosquito, Skeeter, MIM-23 Hawk

Skeeter Hawk, a complete line of effective, all-natural mosquito and flying insect defense products, announced today the release of the Handheld Mosquito Zapper, a new tool in the Skeeter Hawk arsenal of solutions for individuals and families seeking to enjoy the outdoors while employing powerful protection against annoying flying pests.

Key Points: 
  • Skeeter Hawk, a complete line of effective, all-natural mosquito and flying insect defense products, announced today the release of the Handheld Mosquito Zapper, a new tool in the Skeeter Hawk arsenal of solutions for individuals and families seeking to enjoy the outdoors while employing powerful protection against annoying flying pests.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210713005271/en/
    The Skeeter Hawk Handheld Mosquito Zapper can be used either indoors or outdoors in both passive and active modes.
  • The Handheld Mosquito Zapper is the latest in the Skeeter Hawk complete line of affordable, all-natural and versatile mosquito and flying insect defense products, which include wearables, bait traps and zappers to provide layers of customized protection for individuals and outdoor areas.
  • With the addition of the Handheld Mosquito Zapper, Skeeter Hawk is excited to expand its product line with yet another effective tool designed to provide powerful mosquito and flying insect protection without sacrificing convenience, health, or the environment, said Brandon Roach, Executive Vice President of New Product Development and Engineering and the mastermind behind Skeeter Hawk.

Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. to Present at Two Upcoming Investor Conferences in July

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Flies, Insects, Limoniidae, Helius, Ladenburg Thalmann, Medtech, Thalmann, Health technology

The Alliance Global Partners Virtual MedTech Summer Conference, which is being held virtually on July 29th.

Key Points: 
  • The Alliance Global Partners Virtual MedTech Summer Conference, which is being held virtually on July 29th.
  • A webcast of the Ladenburg Thalmann Healthcare Conference presentation will be provided under the Events section of the Helius Medical Technologies investor relations website at https://heliusmedical.com/index.php/investor-relations/events/upcoming-e... .
  • Helius Medical Technologies is a neurotech company focused on neurological wellness.
  • Westwicke on behalf of Helius Medical Technologies, Inc.