The IPM Experience House has three new advanced training courses on the calendar.  These are not just any classes.  Board Certified Entomologists and experienced professionals share their insights and knowledge in the most personalized training you can find anywhere in the state of Texas.  You will definitely want to add these classes to your calendar.

Ants! Ants! Ants! Register Now!

On July 30 we are offering advanced training in ant identification for pest management professionals.  Topics to be covered include an introduction to ant biology, taxonomy and morphology, how to monitor ants, and general principles of fire ant and other ant control.

We will make extensive use of microscopes to learn to recognize the key aspects of ant structure and develop the ability to identify ants to the genus level with a microscope. Students will collect ants from the field and identify their catch.

Details. Cost $60 in advance and $80 after July 26. Lunch is provided.  Depending on availability, registration will remain open until the day of the class; however, class size limited to 15.  No refunds after July 26.  Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center, Building E Classroom.  8 am to 3:30 pm.  Instructors: Drs. Mike Merchant and Robert Puckett.  (CEUs: 6.5 hours verified training in Pest Category, 1 CEU Pest, 1 CEU IPM).  Register now at Conference Services Website

Getting the Bugs Out – Register now!

On September 25, long-time bed bug specialist for ABC Home and Commercial Services, Alan Brown, will be providing his insights into best practices for bed bug control. In  addition to classroom training on the finer points of the “modern bed bug,” the class will get hands on experience with inspecting, treating and developing practical and effective follow-up plans for your customers. Register now at Conference Services Website 

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