October PCT included the article “Incubators of Innovation,” a review of the launch of DuPont’s Altriset termiticide, the company’s third new active ingredient in less than a decade. The product was formally introduced at the DuPont ProBusiness Exchange Altriset Technical Forum held in Scottsdale, Ariz.. in September. Below are photos from this event.
 Dr. Mark Coffelt, global development manager, DuPont Professional Products. |
 Dr. Paul Baker of the University of Arizona interacting with attendees of the DuPont ProBusiness Exchange Technical Forum. |
 Dr. Barbara Thorne of the University of Maryland said cessation of feeding occurs “quite quickly” when termites are exposed to Altriset. |
 Dr. Roger Gold of Texas A&M University said “greener” products may require greater customer education and stewardship. |
 PMPs enjoyed a jeep tour of the dessert on the second day of the DuPont ProBusiness Exchange Technical Forum. |
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