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Wed
10
2026
June 10, 2026
8:30AM EST
VPMA WDI Recertification Webinar - June 10, 2026
Registration Fees: $125 for VPMA Members/ $175 for Non-Members.
Zoom
If you have earned the VPMA Certified WDI Inspector Certification, remember, to maintain your certification you need to complete a recertification course before June 30 of the year you expire. Take this course to recertify - you will only need to attend the sessions and should be dismissed by 2:30. If your WDI Certification has already expired, no problem! Attend this webinar and take and pass the exam to re-establish your WDI Certification. Bonus - this course will be approved for recertification credits in 7-B and 60 in Virginia, DC, Maryland, North Carolina, and West Virginia.
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Wed
10
2026
June 10, 2026
8:30AM - 5:00PM EST
VPMA Certified WDI Workshop - June 10, 2026 - Virtual
Registration Fees: $230 for VPMA Members/ $357 for Non-Members.
Virtual Zoom Meeting
The VPMA WDI Program offers a voluntary credential that demonstrates advanced knowledge and professionalism in wood-destroying insect inspections. In an unregulated area of the industry, earning this credential sets you apart by showcasing your commitment to accuracy, consistency, and industry best practices—giving customers, real estate professionals, and employers added confidence in your expertise.
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Wed
17
2026
June 17, 2026
7:50AM - 1:00PM
VPMA Spring Recertification Webinar - June 17, 2026
Registration Fees: Member rate: $82 per person / Non-member rate: $120 per person.
Online
The VPMA Spring Recertification Webinars provide pest management professionals with a convenient, high-quality opportunity to earn required credits while staying current on industry best practices.
This year, VPMA is offering the first of three spring webinars in early March, giving attendees the chance to complete recertification requirements before the busy season kicks into high gear.
Pick a webinar convenient for you: March 4th, April 29th, or June 17th.
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05/14/2026
VPMA Advocacy Update:
Defending Science-Based Pesticide Regulation in Virginia
House Bill 1375, which proposed banning the herbicide paraquat in Virginia, was continued during the 2026 General Assembly session following testimony and opposition from industry stakeholders, including the Virginia Pest Management Association (VPMA). VPMA advocated for maintaining the Commonwealth’s science-based pesticide regulatory system, emphasizing that pesticide safety decisions should remain under the authority of the EPA and VDACS through established scientific review processes.
05/14/2026
A Quick Update from VDACS OPS:
Staff Changes & Certification Reminders
VDACS Office of Pesticide Services is sharing important staff updates, including new leadership roles within Certification & Worker Protection and Compliance, while continuing to support applicators through the transition. Applicators are also reminded to review their certification status and complete required recertification training by June 30, 2026, to maintain compliance and avoid re-examination requirements.
05/12/2026
Spring Has Sprung: Now Is the Time to Manage Ticks
By Richard Kramer, Ph.D., BCE, Kramer Consulting
As tick populations and tick-borne diseases continue to rise across the DMV region, spring is the ideal time for homeowners and pest management professionals to implement effective prevention and control strategies. This article highlights the health risks associated with common tick species, explains their life cycles, and outlines practical inspection, sanitation, treatment, and personal protection methods to reduce exposure and disease transmission.
05/12/2026
Call for Speaker Submissions for the 2026 Virginia Pest Management Summit
The Virginia Pest Management Association (VPMA) is seeking dynamic and knowledgeable speakers for the 2026 Virginia Pest Management Summit, taking place November 11–12, 2026, at the Omni Richmond Hotel. Industry professionals are invited to submit speaker and topic recommendations for both Management Day and Technical Day programming. VPMA is looking for engaging presentations focused on business management and all areas of structural pest control. Multiple submissions are encouraged, with a separate form required for each recommendation. All submissions must be received by June 30, 2026.
