BASF Pest Control Solutions: Trelona ATBS Annual Bait Stations

Trelona ATBS Annual Bait Stations from BASF offer a low-profile, durable design with a dose-independent active ingredient, making them an excellent choice for both preventative and remedial termite control. The stations are preloaded with the active ingredient before being installed on the property, and are the ideal treatment for homeowners who prefer active termite protection from day one.

Trelona stations sit right at soil level to reach termite colonies, not lawnmower blades. Per research at the University of Delaware, their exclusive design means termites find Trelona stations faster, which translates to faster consumption of bait and faster elimination of termites.

Plus, the flexible label gives pest management professionals the option of conducting inspections just once a year. Not only is Trelona an excellent option for integrated pest management (IPM) programs, but it also benefits specific business models because you own the product and the accounts.

Talk to your BASF representative or distributor today to learn how to level up your termite control program with highly effective and efficient Trelona ATBS Annual Bait Stations.

About BASF

BASF Corp., headquartered in Florham Park, N.J., is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 15,000 employees in North America and had sales of approximately $70 billion in 2025.

BASF creates chemistry for a sustainable future by combining economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. More than 110,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of its customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. BASF’s portfolio is organized into six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions.

In addition to its Termite Bait Solutions, BASF offers many pest control solutions to professionals, including, but not limited to:

• Alpine Cockroach Solutions
• Alpine Flea & Tick Solutions
• Alpine WSG
• PT Brand Pressurized Insecticides
• Fendona CS
• Rodent Bait Solutions
• Termidor line
  

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NPMA releases latest ‘Bug Barometer’

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has published its Fall & Winter 2026 Bug Barometer. Twice a year, NPMA’s board-certified entomologists (BCEs) examine recent weather history along with long-term weather and drought forecasts and pest biology to provide a region-by-region look at the pest activity.

Per the Fairfax, Va.-based association’s official news release, this year’s outlook points to warmer-than-average fall temperatures across much of the continental U.S., which could give pests like ants, mosquitoes and ticks more time to forage and reproduce before cooler temperatures eventually prompt others, like cockroaches and rodents, to seek shelter indoors.

“Weather is one of several important pieces in forecasting pest activity, and with summer-like temperatures forecasted to continue, pests are going to take advantage of the extra time,” Dr. Jim Fredericks, senior vice president of public affairs for NPMA, said in the news release.

NPMA’s Fall & Winter 2026 Bug Barometer predictions include:

Mid-Atlantic & New England (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia):

Hot summer-like temperatures lasting into fall could keep ticks and ants active later than usual. If warm and dry conditions persist into fall, pressure from cooler-season pests like rodents, Asian lady beetles and boxelder bugs may be delayed.

Southeast (North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida): 

Warm, wet conditions may extend mosquito and cockroach activity. Prolonged rain could boost food availability for rodents, setting the stage for increased encounters as temperatures cool.

Great Lakes, Ohio Valley & Midwest (West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota):

Above-average temperatures may lead to a longer season for stinging insects and ticks as they take advantage of the favorable conditions.

North Central (North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming):

Predictions of warm fall temperatures and increased rainfall could mean more ant, tick and mosquito activity. 

South Central (Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas): 

Warm, wet conditions well into the fall could allow cockroaches, ants and mosquitoes to remain active later in the season than usual.

Intermountain & Southwest (New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, California):

Heavier rainfall could push scorpions and spiders indoors in search of drier conditions. Continued heat and moisture may increase mosquito activity.

Northwest (Idaho, Washington, Oregon):

Unseasonably warm temperatures combined with drier fall conditions may extend ant and stinging insects activity. Rodent encounters could increase as temperatures cool.

Previous report trends

2025: Entomologists predicted earlier and increased activity from ticks, mosquitoes, ants and cockroaches, meaning more frequent pest encounters outdoors and inside homes.

2024: NPMA expert entomologists predicted earlier and more active populations of pests such as ticks, mosquitoes, ants and others in many regions, with conditions this year likely to boost pest activity beyond typical seasonal patterns.

2023: The NPMA predicted that during spring and summer pests like ants, mosquitoes, ticks, termites, spiders and others were expected to become more common and active.

About the NPMA

The National Pest Management Association is a non-profit organization with more than 4,000 members. It was established in 1933 to support the pest management industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property from the diseases and dangers of pests. The association has had many notable leaders over the years, including Pest Management Professional Hall of Famers Bill Buettner (Class of 1998), Dr. Ralph Heal (Class of 2003), Dr. Phil Spear (Class of 2004) and Bob Rosenberg (Class of 2013), to name just a few.

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Must-see Exhibits: See what’s next in pest management at MGK’s Booth 1231

Logo: MGK

For more than 120 years, MGK has believed curiosity leads to better solutions. Visit Booth 1231 to explore how our history of innovation continues to shape the future of professional pest management. From our earliest botanical research to today’s advanced technologies, discover the ideas, products and people driving what’s next.

Logo: NyGuard IGR

Where curiosity comes to life

Progress doesn’t happen overnight. Since 1902, MGK’s spirit of curiosity has fueled more than a century of scientific discovery, helping shape both our company and the pest management industry. At Booth 1231, explore interactive displays that trace our journey from botanical beginnings to today’s trusted technologies.

Correy Hildebrand

See how that commitment comes to life through the MGK portfolio, including NyGuard, Sumari, Vendetta, Onslaught, Shockwave and CrossFire. From the celebrated NyGuard Legacy to our expanding Smart Sustainability Solutions, discover how decades of research have evolved into practical tools that help pest management professionals (PMPs) tackle today’s challenges.

Innovation through education

Innovation extends beyond products. Join MGK Technical Field Specialists Tommy Powell and Correy Hildebrand as they explore the growing role that botanical insecticides and products that are exempt from the U.S. Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act 25(b) provision have in integrated pest management. Learn how these emerging technologies can help PMPs navigate evolving regulations, meet changing customer expectations and strengthen their treatment strategies.

Tommy Powell

Continue the conversation

Whether you’re looking for new solutions, technical expertise or a fresh perspective on the future of pest management, the MGK team is ready to connect. Stop by Booth 1231 to explore our latest innovations, meet our experts and discover what’s next.

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Pelsis: B&G Standard Rodent Station

B&G’s Standard Rodent Stations pair durable construction with a discreet, low-profile design that offers maximum versatility in commercial and residential environments. The sturdy, thick-walled plastic features a high-capacity bait chamber with easy-to-clean rounded corners for fast and efficient service.   

Your station placement strategies can easily adapt to the individual needs of an account because the flexible design can be positioned horizontally, vertically, in corners or against walls. The Standard Rodent Station also features universal key access and is available with a weighted base for added stability and security when tamper-resistance is required.    

About B&G Equipment

B&G Equipment, a Pelsis brand, has set the standard in professional-grade pest control, vector control, disinfection and industrial equipment since 1949, starting with the introduction of its iconic Primeline Sprayer. This industry icon was created by Pest Management Professional Hall of Famer Bill Brehm (Class of 1998) and George Gilmore while students at Purdue University, with their initials serving as the company name.

Today, B&G Equipment serves industry experts world-wide with a complete line of sprayers, foggers, aerosols, foamers, modular systems and dusters for use in commercial, industrial and residential settings.

About Pelsis

Founded in 1984, Pelsis is based in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England, and operates from 16 locations worldwide. With distribution centers in the UK, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark and the USA, plus a number of global logistics partners, Pelsis supplies customers in more than 80 countries. Its family of brands for the professional pest management industry and related industries include AgriSense, B&G Equipment, Bird-B-Gone, Brandenburg, Curtis Dyna-Fog, Denka International, Doff, Edialux Home-Pet-Plant Protection, Edialux Professional Products, GreenProtect, Insect-O-Cutor, Luxan, Network, P+L Systems Washroom, Pelsis Insect Light Traps, Pest-Stop, Silvandersson and Synergetic.

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Study: Well-fed fungus improves in pest control

A new study from the University of Maryland (UMD) discovers how to make the fungus Metarhizium robertsii even more effective at controlling ants, flies, ticks and other pests. The findings, published in the July 1, 2026, issue of Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found that “found that “strains capable of using a wider range of nutrients were both faster and deadlier at killing insects and more effective at colonizing plant roots,” per a news release on the topic.

“We expected to see a trade-off—that becoming a better plant partner would come at the cost of being a good killer or vice versa,” said the study’s senior author, Dr. Raymond St. Leger, a Distinguished University Professor of Entomology at UMD. “Instead, the two abilities rise and fall together, and what links them is the fungus’s underlying nutritional flexibility.” 

By analyzing and testing eight strains of M. robertsii, the team measured toxicity, plant-root colonization, toxin activity and growth on 95 different nutrients. They found that the strains split into two groups, described in the news release as follows:

• Sleepers: The fungal strains that diverged early (at least 6 million years ago) behaved like “sleepers.” They kill insects slowly but pour resources into multiplying inside the host and producing huge numbers of spores, allowing them to survive until they encounter another host. 
• Creepers: Fungal strains that diverged more recently behave like “creepers.” They germinate quickly on both insect skin and plant roots, kill rapidly, often deploy paralyzing toxins and grow as creeping threads from insect cadavers onto nearby roots, rather than forming spores.
  

“Instead of forcing fungi to choose between being insect killers or plant partners, evolution appears to have favored strains that are simply better at making use of whatever resources they encounter,” Dr. St. Leger said. “Their versatility begins with metabolism.”

The research is leading to learning more about how to harness these two groups to better control not only crop and greenhouse pests, but structural pests, too. The news release notes that “broadly metabolizing strains of fungi could provide rapid suppression of insect pests,” while the fungal strains that produce large numbers of spores “may be better suited for longer-term pest control.”

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CEMA hosts conference in Iowa

The Certified Entomologists of Mid-America (CEMA), a chapter of the Entomological Society of America, held its annual meeting from Aug. 7 through Aug. 8, in Des Moines, Iowa.

The event began on Friday evening with a social gathering and dinner, allowing members to reconnect and network in a relaxed setting. On Saturday, the group enjoyed a tour of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. We heard a presentation by Addie Frohardt, a garden caretaker, on the balcony inside the dome. We learned about the gardens’ ecosystem and the integrated pest management (IPM) methods they use to control insects in their exhibits. After enjoying the botanical gardens, the group held its annual board meeting.

The North Central Branch of CEMA Attendees represented all four states within the CEMA region: Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa.

About CEMA

The Certified Entomologists of Mid-America (CEMA) provides a valuable platform for entomologists to connect, collaborate, and expand their knowledge. Open to both Associate Certified Entomologists (ACE) and Board Certified Entomologists (BCE) in Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa, CEMA fosters a diverse community of professionals.

Members come from various backgrounds, including academia, research and development, product manufacturing, consulting and pest management. This rich diversity of expertise creates a dynamic environment for learning and sharing insights.

CEMA also supports the advancement of entomology by sponsoring several awards annually for outstanding extension projects within the Entomological Society’s North Central Branch.

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What BASF is showcasing at PestWorld 2026

The BASF Pest Control Solutions team is excited to ride into Dallas, Texas, for what’s sure to be a memorable PestWorld for everyone who attends. If you are looking for innovation, trusted solutions and boots-on-the-ground connections, BASF offers all three, bringing its portfolio to life in a bold, fun booth that sets the stage for our go-to products that help pest management professionals (PMPs) take on tough challenges with confidence.

Inspired by the energy and grit of a rodeo, the BASF “Last Ride for Pests” theme for Dallas is all about preparation, precision and dependable performance. Our booth hosts are experienced team members who can help you wrangle tough situations with fresh insights into our general insect control (GIC) and termite innovations.

A new GIC partner enters the chute

Visitors will learn about our newest innovation that will be available to purchase in January: Tectiva Cockroach Bait Gel is sure to become a legend in the arena for wiping out high-intensity cockroach infestations. Returning to the chute are fan favorites Alpine WSG Water Soluble Granule Insecticide, which some folks compare to a silver bullet; built-to-last Fendona CS controlled release insecticide and rising star Ridesco WG Insecticide.

When it’s time to clear rodents out of the barn (and elsewhere), new Prelontra Rodent Monitoring Soft Block and Selontra Rodent Bait offer dependable performance. Other stars in our rodeo include specialty aerosols like PT Alpine Pressurized Fly Bait and PT Alpine Flea & Bed Bug Pressurized Insecticide.

Holding the reins on termites

Introduced at last year’s PestWorld as a coming attraction, our smart home technology option for termite monitoring, the Encircle Remote Termite Detection System, is the newcomer to watch and an example of where grit meets innovation.

A legendary star for more than 25 years, the Termidor brand continues to make its mark on the trail as the most trusted liquid termiticide on the U.S. market. For the baiting fan club, Trelona ATBS Annual Bait Stations are built for the long haul. And for the total termite solutions package, talk to our team members to find out how Termidor Foam Termiticide/Insecticide or Termidor HE High-Efficiency Termiticide can complement your baiting program by ensuring coverage of hard-to-reach, above-ground spaces.

A winning ride with BASF

Whether you need options for general pests, rodents or termites, BASF has the comprehensive portfolio you need to win against the toughest pests. Our team looks forward to greeting you in the arena and helping you put pests out to pasture with our essential solutions.

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