Join the 2026 Mosquito Academy in New Orleans, September 22–24, for three days of hands-on vector control training covering mosquito biology, surveillance, arbovirus testing, insecticide resistance, pesticide safety, and mosquito identification. Designed for mosquito control and public health professionals, this certified academy provides practical skills
This interactive workshop provides mosquito control professionals with applied instruction in calibration methodologies, insecticide safety, and label compliance. Participants will review insecticide modes of action and principles of resistance management relevant to operational decision-making. The program includes introductory hands-on training in product dilution, mixing, calibration,
The Importance of Understanding Resistance Mechanisms and Management Theories Insecticide resistance occurs when genetic changes in mosquitoes, driven by insecticide exposure, compromise control efforts in the field. Laboratory and field tests play a critical role in determining whether an insecticide or product remains effective. In