

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mastering Insect Pests:  Homes and Urban Spaces - CEU Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 02:10 pm
- **Event Description**: Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of insect pests in homes and urban spaces, it's CEU Day - let's master this together!About this EventWelcome to Mastering Insect Pests: Homes and Urban Spaces - CEU Day! Join us at UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County on January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Time) for a day filled with valuable insights on managing insect pests in residential and urban environments. Learn about some of Florida's most common household pests and what you can do to rid them of your dwellings. Also, you can pick up some pesticide Continuing Educational Units while enjoying the festive spirit. Registration which includes lunch, is $60 through either Eventbrite, cash or by check made payable to THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA. For more answers to your questions or special dietary needs (at least 5 business days PRIOR to the event), don't hesitate to call us at (386) 822-5778. Ask for Donna or Karen. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge and network with fellow Floridians and professionals in the industry. See you there!Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM	Registration, Welcome, and Introductions?: 09:15 AM - 10:05 AMMastering Flea Control:  Practical for Homeowners and Pesticide ProfessionalsHost: Karen StaudermanInfo: This presentation will define fleas and outline their complex life cycle, showcase their remarkable diversity, and examine the habitats that support their proliferation. It will then explore practical strategies for outbreak control and detail concrete steps to mitigate the impact of fleas on pets and humans alike.?: 10:05 AM - 10:55 AMA Roach-Busting Tactics for Homes and Commercial SpacesHost: Dr. Rebecca BaldwinInfo: Learn about the roach by unraveling its life cycle, behavior patterns, and the silent destruction it causes in homes and businesses. Learn proven control treatments ranging from targeted baits to environmentally safe insecticides. Dive into Integrated Pest Management tactics that combine monitoring, sanitation, and deterrence for lasting results. Equip homeowners and commercial applicators with the knowledge to protect their spaces effectively. ?: 10:55 AM - 11:05 AMBreak?: 11:05 AM - 11:55 AMAnts Around UsHost: Dr. Rebecca BaldwinInfo: A dynamic session that delves into the hidden lives of household ants—examining their social behaviors, foraging patterns, and preferred habitats—while outlining effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to prevent outbreaks. Attendees will learn how an ant’s life cycle informs timing of control measures, and will explore targeted, sustainable tactics that reduce reliance on chemicals and safeguard indoor ecosystems.?: 11:55 AM - 12:30 PMLunch?: 12:30 PM - 01:20 PMUrban Pest Management:  Overcoming Chemical-Only LimitationHost: Dr. Ameya GondhalekarInfo: Limitations   This presentation presents the importance of effective management of urban pests such as ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, filth flies, and termites. It is crucial for reducing their economic and health impacts. Yet overreliance on chemical control leads to insecticide resistance and lingering residues in built environments, undermining satisfactory pest control. ?: 01:20 PM - 02:10 PMDry Wood Termites: Biology, Identification, and IPMHost: Dr. Johnalyn GordonInfo: This presentation will cover drywood termite biology and behavior, identification of drywood termite species in Florida (and their close relatives), and cover management strategies.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/deland/mastering-insect-pests-homes-and-urban-spaces-ceu-day/100001702308914789
- **Event Categories**: flea, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 65.87, max: 65.87, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: DeLand
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County
- **lat**: 29.0178252
- **long**: -81.2233976
- **full address**: UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County, 3100 East New York Avenue, DeLand, United States

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- **organizer**: The University of Florida (https://allevents.in/org/the-university-of-florida/17677310)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County, 3100 East New York Avenue, DeLand, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 65.87 up to 65.87 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The University of Florida
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** flea, health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Mastering Insect Pests:  Homes and Urban Spaces - CEU Day ?
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