11/20/2019

Ants – The Single Minded Collective

Presented by: Jeff McGovern

Wednesday, January 22 (Day 1)

Room 111-113 | 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm & 3:10 pm - 4:00 pm

Thursday, January 23 (Day 2)

Classroom 2 | 1:55 pm - 1:50 pm & 4:05 pm - 4:55 pm

Session Outline:

Who they are?  We need to know the target

• How big are they?
• What species are they?

Where are they being seen?

• WHERE WAS THE LAST PLACE YOU SAW? This is a critical question.
• Assess and Evaluate the situation. Don’t just inspect!  Show value for your work. Do I need binoculars?
• Document the process. Records show patterns that are important.  Digital photos as part of the records can be very important.

Shall we treat?

• What treatment profile makes sense?
• Use of a buffet in choosing baits, should that make sense.
• What about correcting the environment around the structure?
• How are we setting up follow up services?

About Jeff McGovern

Jeff McGovern is nationally recognized in the pest control industry. In 1973, Jeff began working in the pest control industry and held various positions within several companies that allowed him to travel throughout the US and SE Asia. Jeff developed a unique perspective with extraordinary examples of pest control options and a mission. Through his mission to improve conventional methods of IPM programs, he created an effective and comprehensive program that not only addresses the pests but also the conditions of the site that lead to the problem. His “12 Key Factors” program is currently in use by professional pest control operators and clients around the world. Jeff’s mission continues to drive change in the pest control industry. Jeff sometimes referred to as the “Pest Coach” for his abundant knowledge of pests, is known for his practical, down to earth style; Jeff’s engaging, and humorous personality enable him to connect with his audience immediately and deliver content that they can utilize immediately in their daily working environment. He also understands the demands and expectations of government agencies and works to create a program that not only meets the needs and protects the brand of the client but assures the health, safety, and property of the public as well.

As a leading consultant and pest control expert, Jeff is a speaker at the annual Purdue University Pest Management and Interstate Pest Management (Baltimore, MD) conferences. His active relationships with professionals at the USDA and numerous others in the field keep his recommendations current and dynamic. He teaches recertification classes for pest control firms and state associations across the country. His articles regularly appear in Pest Management Professional (PMP) and Pest Control Technology (PCT) magazines and he was published in The Journal of Economic Entomology in 2000. He appears in several training videos and has been the voice-over talent as well.