In celebration of National Honey Bee Day, Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company and a proud member of the Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP), is reiterating its commitment to eco-friendly pest control practices. Mosquito Joe, already holding a Silver Tier accreditation from PESP, is actively pursuing Gold Tier status, highlighting the critical importance of safeguarding pollinators.
The Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) is a collaborative effort with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) aimed at promoting and emphasizing environmentally conscious pest control services. Mosquito Joe’s participation in the PESP focuses on prioritizing knowledge of pests and their environments, along with selecting the lowest-risk products and methods for effective pest control.
Pollinators, particularly honeybees, play a vital role in our agricultural system and food supply. However, they face a multitude of threats, including parasites, diseases, habitat loss, and pesticide toxicity. Mosquito Joe’s Pollinator Protection Management Program is specifically designed to protect these invaluable creatures and their habitats.
Mosquito Joe encourages homeowners to consider the following factors when choosing a pollinator management and pest control service:
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Property Assessment:
Ensure the service professionals thoroughly inspect each property, identifying flowering plants and shrubs to determine if they should be treated with specific products or left untreated.*
Application Procedures:
Confirm that the company does not spray synthetic barrier products within 10 feet of flowering plants and shrubs or vegetable gardens. They should also consider wind direction to minimize drift.*
Environmental Impact:
Verify that the company avoids using neonicotinoids, which are harmful to pollinators, and adheres strictly to EPA-registered guidelines when applying products suitable for flowering plants and beekeepers’ properties.“Pollinators are vital to our ecosystem, and we are committed to protecting them through responsible pest control practices,” said David Price, Associate Certified Entomologist and Director of Technical Services at Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company. “By prioritizing environmental health and safety, we aim to create a harmonious balance between nature and human activity, ensuring sustainable pest control solutions.”
To mark National Honey Bee Day, Mosquito Joe is reinforcing its dedication to pollinator-friendly practices by offering the following tips for eco-friendly pest control:
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Plant pollinator-friendly flowers and shrubs.
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Provide a source of water.
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Avoid using pesticides unnecessarily.
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Support local beekeepers.
To learn more about Mosquito Joe’s pollinator-friendly pest control services, please visit mosquitojoe.com/pollinators.
About Mosquito Joe®
Dedicated to making outside fun again by eliminating mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas from customer’s yards, Mosquito Joe®, a Neighborly® company, is a leader in the outdoor pest control industry. The brand was founded in 2010 and has since expanded to more than 400 locations throughout the U.S. Acquired in 2018, Mosquito Joe® is part of Neighborly®, the world’s largest home services company with more than 30 brands and 5,500 franchises collectively serving 14 million+ customers in six countries, focused on repairing, maintaining, and enhancing homes and businesses. Through Neighborly.com and the Neighborly mobile app, Neighborly connects consumers to local service providers that meet rigorous franchisor standards across 19 service categories. For more information about Mosquito Joe®, visit www.MosquitoJoe.com. To learn about franchising opportunities with Neighborly®, click here.
