2020 PCT Editorial Calendar
January
Issue Focus
- Invasive Insects
Additional Topics
- Foam Technologies in Termite Control
- Equipment for the New Season
- Pheromones in Commercial Accounts
Supplement
Mergers & Acquisitions Supplement
Closing Date
December 4
Material Due
December 11
February
Issue Focus
- Annual Termite Control Issue
Additional Topics
- Termite News & Notes
- Regulatory/Legislative Update
- Rodent Control Virtual Conference Coverage
- Insect Monitoring in Food Plants
Bonus Distribution
NPMA Legislative Day
Supplement
Readex Ad Readership/Brand Awareness Study for Full-Page Advertisers
Closing Date
January 3
Material Due
January 10
March
Issue Focus
- Ants/Termites
Additional Topics
- Spring Survival Guide
- Emerging/Invasive Termites
- Ant Research Update
- Meet the Beetles
- Bedbug Control in Sensitive Environments
Supplement
- Bed Bug Supplement
- Mosquito Control Supplement
Closing Date
February 5
Material Due
February 12
April
Issue Focus
- Annual Ant Control Issue
Additional Topics
- Ant Control in Challenging Accounts
- Bird Control Update
- Perimeter Pest Control Programs
- Preparing for Tick Season: What You Need to Do Now
Bonus Distribution
UPFDA Spring Conference
Supplement
Technology Supplement
Closing Date
March 5
Material Due
March 12
May
Issue Focus
- PCT Top 100 List
Additional Topics
- 10 Tips for Ant Management
- Mosquitoes: Marketing Your Public Health Services
- Best Management Practices for PMP Recruitment & Retention
Supplement
Mosquito Control Supplement
Closing Date
April 3
Material Due
April 10
June
Issue Focus
- Annual Fly Control Issue
Additional Topics
- Fly Control: New Technology Update
- Bed Bug News & Notes
- Why Marketing Matters
- Summer Pests Take No Vacations
Bonus Distribution
NPMA Academy
Supplement
Bed Bug Supplement
Closing Date
May 4
Material Due
May 11
July
Issue Focus
- Annual Cockroach Control Issue
Additional Topics
- Cockroach Control: Back to Basics
- Focus on Fleas
- Ticks in the News
- Fall Invaders: Are You Ready?
Closing Date
June 4
Material Due
June 11
August
Issue Focus
- Annual Rodent Control Issue
Additional Topics
- Rodent Infestation Hot Spots
- Stinging Insects
- Exclusion Products and Best Practices
- Documentation Accuracy: Why it Matters
Closing Date
July 6
Material Due
July 13
September
Issue Focus
- Urban Wildlife Control
Additional Topics
- How to Perform an Urban Wildlife Inspection
- Preventing Technicians from Taking Home Bed Bugs
- Social Media Tips
Bonus Distribution
Bed Bug Supplement at NPMA Global Bed Bug Summit
Supplement
- Bed Bug Supplement
Closing Date
August 3
Material Due
August 10
October
Issue Focus
- NPMA PestWorld Convention Issue
Additional Topics
- Spiders: Fact Vs. Fiction
- What's New in Technology?
- Fleet Management: Why it Matters
- Aerosol Product Guide
Bonus Distribution
NPMA PestWorld
Supplement
PCT Convention Extra
Closing Date
September 3
Material Due
September 10
November
Issue Focus
- 2021 Business Handbook
Additional Topics
- Safety Protocols/Best Practices
- Marketing to Today's Customer
- Sales Tips for Technicians
- Before You Buy a New Truck
Bonus Distribution
NPMA Global Bed Bug Summit
Closing Date
October 5
Material Due
October 12
December
Issue Focus
- Bed Bugs
Additional Topics
- NPMA PestWorld Report
- Technician of the Year Awards
- Talking to Customers About Bed Bug Infestations
- Vehicle Wrap Winners
Bonus Distribution
Purdue Conference
Supplement
Bed Bug Supplement
Closing Date
November 5
Material Due
November 12