Bed bugs have become a huge problem after disappearing for many years. The NYC and NJ region have been hit hard by bed bug infestations in hotels and other places. Researchers at Penn State might have a solution to this problem. In the meantime, you’ll need NJ pest control services to deal with current bed bug problems.
Why Bed Bugs Returned
Bed bugs have become resistant to many of the pesticide products used to eliminate them. In past years, these pesticides were enough to get rid of bed bugs, which led to a drop in infestations. However, their growing resistance to pesticides has made it possible for these pests to thrive. This has led to more infestations in recent years.
Penn State Bioinsecticides
Researchers at Penn State are well aware of the pesticide problem with bed bugs. They’ve been working on creating what are known as bioinsecticides as a way to handle this problem. These pest control methods involve using fungal bioinsecticides to control certain pest populations. These have been used successfully on flies and mosquitoes, but what about bed bugs?
Penn State researchers found that these natural pest control methods are effective at eliminating bed bugs. They only had to spray the biopesticides on surfaces where bed bugs were found or likely to go. The biopesticides then worked as bed bugs picked up the fungal spores. Known as Aprehend spray, this product is now making its way to the market for use in commercial businesses.
What to Do About Bed Bugs
Bed bug infestations require prompt action. Have pest control experts eliminate these pests from your home or business.
If you’re looking for NJ pest control for bed bugs, we can help. Please contact Allison Pest Control for more information on our bed bug services for homes and businesses.
