Editor's Choice for the Week of June 27, 2022

Here's a look at some of the top stories, multimedia files and more posted on PCT Online for the week of June 27, 2022. Highlights this week include an update on the Rhode Island neonic restriction; a PCO recalling the 1970s energy crisis; UCR's Dr. Lee being recognized and more.

editors choice June 27 2022

Here's a look at some of the top stories, multimedia files and more posted on PCT Online for the week of June 27, 2022. Highlights this week include an update on the Rhode Island neonic restriction; a PCO recalling the 1970s energy crisis; UCR's Dr. Lee being recognized and more.

If signed into law by Gov. Daniel McKee, the bill would restrict the use of pesticides containing neonicotinoids outdoors, allowing only certified applicators to purchase or use them.
 
Charles Ruby, owner of Safe Exterminating Co., Jasper, Ga., submitted a guest editorial to PCT in response to our June 2022 cover story “Money in the Tank,” which explored what PCOs are doing in response record-high fuel costs.
 
Jennifer Gray, along with Fred and Trey Strickland were promoted to the Waynes executive team.
 
Dr. Chow-Yang Lee was presented the award in Salt Lake City at this year’s National Conference on Urban Entomology, where he delivered the Arnold Mallis Memorial Award Lecture.
 
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